What started as a joyful celebration between two generations of Nigerian music quickly turned into a heated debate on social media. Davido’s warm gesture toward legendary singer Bright Chimezie inspired not just music, but also a powerful conversation about unity, identity, and tribalism in Nigeria.
- Davido hosted music legend Bright Chimezie in Lagos, celebrating his influence on Davido’s latest song with Omah Lay.
- A netizen’s tribal tweet criticizing Davido’s association with the Igbo community sparked outrage and a wave of support for unity.
- Verydarkman passionately condemned the tribal backlash, urging Nigerian youth to reject hate and embrace togetherness.
Nigerian superstar Davido recently reached out to highlife legend Bright Chimezie, crediting Chimezie’s classic “English for Key” as inspiration for his verse on the hit song “With You” featuring Omah Lay. In a touching phone call, Davido invited Chimezie to Lagos, expressing deep respect for the veteran’s artistry.
The invitation led to a heartwarming meeting in Lagos, where both artists were seen laughing, sharing stories, and celebrating the rich legacy of Nigerian music. Videos of their joyful encounter quickly went viral, with fans praising Davido for honoring those who paved the way.
But the celebration took an unexpected turn. A user on X (formerly Twitter), @Yakbel, posted a controversial message warning Davido against associating with the Igbo community, claiming,
“Yoruba boy dey frolick with Ibos in 2025, they want your head and everything you have to belong to them. You can never satisfy Ibos ooo. IBOs are not people you surround yourself with as a Yoruba man.”
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Davido, never one to shy away from standing up for what he believes in, clapped back with a simple but powerful statement:
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“lol I AM IGBO by blood.”
His response was met with an outpouring of support, as fans and fellow celebrities applauded his pride in his heritage and his call for unity.
The conversation didn’t stop there. Social media public figure Verydarkman released a passionate video, slamming the tribal backlash and calling out those who use social media to spread hate.
“Imagine in 2025 people are still using tribal cards against each other,”
he said, urging young Nigerians to focus on building the country rather than tearing each other down.
He warned,
“Time they come if you make a tweet like this they go find you, they go beat you,”
emphasizing that online hate can have real-world consequences.
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What began as a musical tribute became a powerful reminder of the importance of unity in Nigeria. Davido’s gesture, Bright Chimezie’s legacy, and Verydarkman’s message all point to one truth: Nigeria’s strength lies in its diversity, and the next generation has the power to choose unity over division.
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