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  • Why I couldn’t attend Warri show – Davido

    Why I couldn’t attend Warri show – Davido

    Afrobeats musician Davido has explained why he couldn’t make it to the Warri show after he was called out by Amaju Pinnick for not coming despite being paid.

    The NFF ex-president alleged Davido was paid thousands of dollars with an additional fee for his flight to the venue but failed to show up.

    But according to Davido, he had informed the show organisers months ahead that he won’t make it physically.

    He however said for some reasons they kept promoting the show with his name.

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    Davido promised to bring his A game to his fans in the state soon, assuring them that it’d be bigger and better.

    He wrote: “To my lovely fans in Warri that spent their hard earned money to come out. Apologies you had to experience this.

    “I was not going to be physically able to make it and this had been communicated to ‘them’ for a longgggg while now I mean MONTHS ago but for reasons best known to them, they continued to promote the show using my name.

    “It’s a shame. But specially for my fans out there, don’t worry, you know I gotta bring Timeless to Delta State. We will do it proper, bigger and better !”

  • Nobody can stop me from performing in Nigeria – Davido reacts to allegations

    Nobody can stop me from performing in Nigeria – Davido reacts to allegations

    Award-winning singer, David Adeleke aka Davido, has reacted to the allegations levelled against him by former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick.

    Pinnick accused the singer of failing to show up at an event in Warri, Delta State, despite being paid an excess of $94,600 (about N72 million).

    The Nation reported that Pinnick recently called out Davido for refusing to perform at this year’s Warri Again festival despite allegedly receiving a payment of $94,600 and the organisers booking a private jet for him for $18,000.

    Read Also: Ex-NFF boss Pinnick drags Davido over $94,600 ‘no show’ allegation

    He threatened to teach the singer a lesson, adding that he was becoming too proud despite not being a bigger artist than Burna Boy who is half Itsekiri (Warri).

    In what appears like a shade on the former boss of the Glass House; NFF headquarters, Davido wrote via his X handle: “Throwing stones but u dey live for glass house.”

    In another post, Davido bragged that nobody could stop him from performing anywhere in Nigeria, assuring his fans in Warri that he would be in their city soon.

    He said: “Nobody can stop me from performing anywhere in Nigeria… Warri I will see you soon.

    He also posted a picture of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, logo with the caption; “Make I no talk.”

  • Ex-NFF boss Pinnick drags Davido over $94,600 ‘no show’ allegation

    Ex-NFF boss Pinnick drags Davido over $94,600 ‘no show’ allegation

    • Says if he thinks he’s big, we’ll tell him we are bigger

    Former president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, has called out Afrobeat singer, Davido, for failing to perform at an event despite being paid $94,600.

     Speaking during the 19th edition of Warri Again, Amaju claimed that the organisers also booked a private jet for $18,000 for the ‘Unavailable’ crooner, but he never showed up.

     He stated that the organisers had to replace him with another act, Shallipopi.

     He said: “We paid Davido $94,600 on the 6th of April. We paid $18,000 for his plane.

     “If he says he’s a big boy, we will tell him we are bigger than him. I’m not joking.

    “So, while he was playing his games back and forth, we decided to hunt to find another artiste, Shallipopi.

     “You see, when people say they are big, I’m amazed. Is Burna Boy not the biggest artiste in Nigeria today?

    “Burna Boy is half Itsekiri. Burna Boy’s paternal grandmother is Itsekiri. So, he’s bigger than him (Davido).

     “Is there anyone bigger than RMD in the acting industry? Or someone bigger than Ali Baba in the comedy industry?

    Read Also: Ex-NFF boss Pinnick, Davido fight over $94,600 ‘no show’ allegation

     “We have stars aplenty in Warri. Nobody is bigger than Warri.”

     However, the Afrobeats star, in what looked like a subtle response posted on X, Saturday, bragged that nobody could stop him from performing anywhere in Nigeria.

     He assured his fans in Warri that he would be in their city soon.

     “Nobody can stop me from performing anywhere in Nigeria… Warri, I will see you soon,” he wrote.

     He also posted a picture of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) logo with the caption “Make I no talk.”

  • Ex-NFF boss Pinnick, Davido fight over $94,600 ‘no show’ allegation

    Ex-NFF boss Pinnick, Davido fight over $94,600 ‘no show’ allegation

    Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Amaju Pinnick, has called out Afrobeat singer, Davido, for failing to perform at an event despite being paid $94,600.

    Speaking during the 19th edition of Warri Again, Amaju claimed that the organisers also booked a private jet for $18,000 for the ‘Unavailable Crooner’ but he never showed up.

    He stated that the organisers had to replace him with another act, Shallipopi.

    According to him: “We paid Davido $94,600 on the 6th of April. We paid $18,000 for his plane.

    “If he says he’s a big boy, we will tell him we are bigger than him.

    “I’m not joking. So, while he was playing his games back and forth, we decided to hunt to find another artiste, Shallipopi.

    “You see, when people say they are big, I’m amazed. Is Burna Boy not the biggest artiste in Nigeria today? Burna Boy is half Itsekiri. Burna Boy’s paternal grandmother is Itsekiri. So, he’s bigger than him (Davido).

    “Is there anyone bigger than RMD in the acting industry? Or someone bigger than Ali Baba in the comedy industry?

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    “We have stars aplenty in Warri. Nobody is bigger than Warri.”

    However, the Afrobeats star in what looked like a subtle response posted on X, Saturday, bragged that nobody could stop him from performing anywhere in Nigeria.

    He assured fans in Warri that he would be in their city soon.

    “Nobody can stop me from performing anywhere in Nigeria… Warri I will see you soon,” he wrote.

    He also posted a picture of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) logo with the caption; “Make I no talk.”

  • Davido spots uniform with popular dancing kids for ‘Feel’, melts hearts

    Davido spots uniform with popular dancing kids for ‘Feel’, melts hearts

    Afrobeats maestro David Adeleke aka Davido has worked internet users into a frenzy with an appearance in a recent dance video with popular dancing kids.

    O.B.O who recently released the official video of one of his smash tracks, “Feel” of his record-breaking fourth studio album, “Timeless” linked up with the dancing kids from the Dream Catchers Academy famed for their craft.

    He shared a video which spotted him in a pair of uniforms just like the kids in an open space doing his song’s dance challenge.

    The DMW boss explained in the clip’s caption that the previous video which captured the kids giving off great dance moves to the song caught his attention thus, prompting the move to connect with them.

    He characterised them as world changers who consistently add value to the music scene with their enviable craft.

    He wrote: “The @dreamcatchersda bodied the dance for FEEL so much that I needed to link up with them. These kids are changing the music world everyday we need this type of energy.”

    The wholesome sight has continued to elicit heartfelt praises and remarks from all and sundry for the multiple award-winning Afrobeats songster as well as the kids.

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    enioluwaofficial said: “You even wore their uniform! Nah! Melting!”

    iamtrinityguy wrote: “Davido ooooooo Wow wow wow this is the best video I will see today,Davido you are the best, honestly I feel Good.”

    jenni_frank stated: “This is too beautiful.”

    im_odunayo commented: “If you don’t love this man then you have never been loved your whole life cos this is just so beautiful.”

    hooliboy94 remarked: “NOW THIS IS TIMELESS!”

    odogwu_ress said: “Such an adorable sight to behold!”

    mommymovesandmagic wrote: “David nwoke oma! A sparker of joy!!! This is so heartwarming!! Couldn’t stop smiling!”

    blessedeffedua asked: “How can I like this 20 times?”

    c_mobike stated: “This was too beautiful to watch…. I don watch like 100 thousand times.”

    snazzystouch_makeovers commented: “@davido A IS FOR WHAT AGAIN? You ATEEEEEE THIS ONE AGAIN.”

    laposh_fash remarked: “You created a memory they will never forget.”

    famedaniel said: “Abeg Abeg Abeg @davido why we no go love you just dancing with this kids u noticed he didn’t pick the top trending kids he went got the ones people don’t know.”

  • Davido’s aide, Israel DMW gets ‘unceremonious’ birthday message from wife

    Davido’s aide, Israel DMW gets ‘unceremonious’ birthday message from wife

    Davido’s personal and logistic manager, Israel Afeare aka Israel DMW, received an unceremonious birthday message from his wife, Sheila amid rumours of their separation.

    Rather than showering her hubby with sweet things, Sheila penned brief words devoid of intimacy and affection.

    She addressed her self-proclaimed ‘London 02 performing artiste’ hubby with one of his aliases and made a short prayer for him.

    Alongside his photo which she shared on her insta story, she wrote: “Happy birthday Juju 1 of Ekpoma. God bless you.”

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    With her message, Sheila may have given the online community more than a tangible reason to believe the recent report by a controversial blogger of their marriage being troubled.

    The blogger alleged that Israel and his wife, Sheila, were facing marital difficulties due to his inability to provide her with the much needed support.

    According to the report made the previous month, Sheila had left her matrimonial home on two occasions but returned. However, she recently decided to leave for good and instructed her parents to return the bride price after a disagreement.

  • Davido releases ‘Feel’ music video

    Davido releases ‘Feel’ music video

    Music superstar David Adeleke aka Davido has released the official music video for his chart-topping album track titled: ‘Feel’ on Tuesday.

    According to report, ‘Feel’ is the second track on his record-breaking album ‘Timeless’.

    ‘Timeless’ has already received over one billion streams, cementing Davido’s position as a music powerhouse.

    The video was created by TG Omori, a well-known music director and said to have cost N100 million to produce.

    This compelling visual release followed the success of his summer smash “UNAVAILABLE,” as well as its successful remixes, including a recent chart-topping duet with multi-platinum music singer Latto.

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    The new TG Omori-directed video for “FEEL” showcases a compelling narrative that follows Davido and his love interest on their challenging journey towards each other in the face of adversity.

    Announcing the release of the video on Instagram, David shared a snippet of fantastic visuals. 

    He wrote: “FEEL Music Video Out NOW!

    “Made a movie with this one, come watch with me on my Youtube and tell me how it makes you FEEL

    “Thank you all for the #TIMELESS love”. 

  • ‘Davido inspired artists to invest more on music videos’, says Lawyer

    ‘Davido inspired artists to invest more on music videos’, says Lawyer

    Afrobeats star, Davido’s lawyer, Bobo F. Ajudua aka Prince II has declared his client dictated the pace of spending money on quality music videos.

    He said Davido is the reason many of Nigeria’s favorite artists started investing heavily in their music videos.

    According to Prince II, when Davido started investing greatly on his music video productions, others in the industry took notice and followed suit.

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    “Davido is the reason a lot of our faves started spending quality money on dope music videos in the Afrobeats industry. A little research goes a long way,” he said.

  • Singer Davido seen fronting prayers in Australia

    Singer Davido seen fronting prayers in Australia

    Fans of afrobeats superstar Davido have reacted to the trending clip of the singer leading prayers as he performed for the first time in Australia. 

    Davido was captured in a now widely shared video, praying for fans’ safety and a successful show.

    Reacting to netizens’ comments on the development, the singer, on his official social media handle, revealed it was his first time performing in Australia.

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    “AUSTRALIA!! Thank you for your welcome!

    “Promiseland!! Thank you for your energy.

    “The TIMELESS moments we spent together will never be forgotten. love you Gold Coast,” he wrote. 

  • Davido’s alleged baby mama Anita apologises to Chioma

    Davido’s alleged baby mama Anita apologises to Chioma

    Davido alleged baby mama, Anita has apologised to Chioma, the legal wife of afrobeats singer. 

    This was after jabs and taunts Anita directed towards Chioma, during which she even called Chioma a “pity wife”.

    Anita also engaged in contentious behaviour after making accusations against Chioma. 

    A few weeks prior to her public apology, Anita posted an image of an ultrasound scan, claiming to be pregnant with Davido’s child. 

    However, quick-thinking Nigerians exposed her fraud by spotting that she took the ultrasound image from Google.

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    Despite their earlier disagreements and dubious behavior, Anita reached out to Chioma with a sincere apology.

    In the statement, she admitted that her previous comments and actions were rooted in hurt and frustration.

    “l am going through a tramatic & tragic time in my life. I honestly don’t want to speak on it & don’t need to, or have to speak on it. It’s too much to bear right now. I’m disquieted by all of the events that have taken place. The only thing I will say is i regret that I let my pain and feelings of betrayal allow me to turn me against another woman. 

    “So, I apologise to Chioma. I never intended to speak on you or your child. Losing is never a good feeling, being hurrt by someone you love and care about is not a good feeling.

    “Moving forward i would prefer to be known for the light i bring into the world. Peace & Love,“ she wrote.