Davido’s gesture at the World Cup performance has sparked national debate after a prominent supporter of President Bola Tinubu, Dauda Rarara, condemned the singer for wearing a jacket bearing the names of abducted Oyo school pupils and teachers. The incident occurred during the global football event, where Davido took the stage with a symbolic outfit designed to highlight the ongoing crisis of school abductions in Nigeria. Rarara, in a strong statement, called Davido a “terrorist” and accused him of committing treason by exposing Nigeria’s security challenges to an international audience. He declared, “Davido is a terrorist, what he did is treason, he exposed Nigeria to the world. It is unacceptable.”
The criticism quickly ignited reactions across social media platforms, with many Nigerians defending Davido’s actions as a courageous effort to bring global attention to the suffering of kidnapped children. Social media users expressed disbelief at Rarara’s remarks, with some calling him out for prioritizing political loyalty over humanitarian concerns. Comments such as “This man is the real terrorist here” and “All tinubu supporters are so s+upid, omo” reflected widespread public sentiment against the condemnation. Others mocked the backlash, using phrases like “YOU & DAVIDO DEY CRAZE!” to underscore the absurdity of the accusations.
Davido’s jacket, which featured the names of victims from the Oyo State school abduction, was intended as a powerful statement on the need for urgent government action. The performance took place in June 2026, during the World Cup, a moment when global eyes were on the event and its participants. By wearing the jacket, Davido sought to use his platform to advocate for the release of the abducted children and to pressure authorities to address the growing insecurity in the country. His actions were seen by many as a form of activism, not betrayal.
The controversy highlights the tension between political allegiance and national conscience in Nigeria. While Rarara’s comments reflect a narrow view of patriotism, the majority of online reactions suggest that many Nigerians value transparency and advocacy over silence. The debate also underscores the increasing role of celebrities in public discourse, especially on issues like education and security. As the country continues to grapple with school abductions and other crises, figures like Davido are seen by many as essential voices in the fight for justice and accountability. This incident may serve as a turning point in how public figures are expected to use their influence for social good.
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