LAGOS, Nigeria — In a move that has ignited widespread debate across Nigeria, social commentator Daniel Regha has publicly criticized Afrobeats star Davido for gifting ₦5 million to a fan for a hair makeover, questioning the singer’s failure to fulfill a previous promise of distributing ₦20 million to 20 individuals for business support.
📝 Key Takeaways:
Davido’s Generosity: The singer recently transferred ₦5 million to a fan for a hair makeover, sharing proof of the transaction online.
Unfulfilled Promise: Daniel Regha reminded the public of Davido’s 2022 pledge to give ₦1 million each to 20 individuals to support their businesses, a promise that remains unfulfilled.
Public Reaction: The incident has sparked a mix of criticism and support on social media, with many questioning the singer’s priorities.
🎤 The Controversy Unfolds
Davido’s act of generosity towards a fan has been met with skepticism by Daniel Regha, who took to social media to highlight the singer’s unkept promise from 2022. Regha stated:
“Could send someone N5m with proof, for hair, but couldn’t credit N1m to 20 persons who needed to fund or grow their businesses since on the 16th of March, 2022. Priorities, MISPLACED.”
This comment has reignited discussions about celebrity philanthropy and accountability in Nigeria.
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💬 Top Reactions on X (Twitter)
@watermelonshuga._: “Daniel actually has a point. I still remember that 20m for 20 persons 2 or 3 years ago and he just went silent on that matter till this day.”
@capitalfragrance: “Him Dey use style tell him to remember him when he wan share the money.”
@dortun_bankz: “Some of you will do fc and 30bg till old age and your kids will continue from there doing bolu and imade god abegeth let me be successful.”
@essienechris: “This Daniel no start to craze na today. But he is right.”
@ELLUP76: “I’m not sure he really sent d money to a stranger, the said lady would return his money back to him behind d camera.”
@aviation_energyltd: “Osakpolor dey use giveaway buy fans and yet tems and rema is still ahead of him.”
@oboy_jay: “That’s a shameful display of skewed priorities—lavishing millions on something as trivial as hair while ignoring 20 people desperate to fund or grow their businesses. Absolutely deplorable.”
@Amy_beke: “How many people have you helped with your platform, onye nkogheri.”
This incident has sparked a broader conversation about the responsibilities of public figures and the importance of following through on promises. As Nigerians continue to navigate economic challenges, the actions of celebrities like Davido are under increased scrutiny.
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