Davido Declares “I Am Igbo by Blood” in Response to Tribal Troll on Social Media
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Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has publicly identified as Igbo by blood, pushing back against tribal sentiments expressed by a social media user.
The singer made the statement in response to a post on X (formerly Twitter) from a user who warned him against associating closely with people of Igbo descent. The user, identified as Yakbel, claimed that Davido, a Yoruba man, could face betrayal from his Igbo associates, suggesting that his affiliations could end badly.
“Davido just dey carry Ibo full body, until when dem betray am before e rest,” Yakbel wrote. “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. Ibos are not people you surround yourself with as a Yoruba man.”
In a sharp but calm response, Davido dismissed the divisive rhetoric, tweeting: “Lol. I am Igbo by blood.”
The statement has since sparked conversation online, with many commending the artist for rising above tribal bias and embracing his heritage. Davido, who hails from Osun State, has long been known for his multicultural associations and collaborations across Nigeria’s ethnic spectrum.
