- K24’s attempt to pull off an April Fools’ Day prank with Davido have backfired, and could come at a heavy cost after the singer’s recent address on the matter
- On April 1, the media house published a story alleging that the ratified singer was caught with a cocaine haul worth KSh 18M in his private jet
- In a statement today, Davido has vowed to take legal action against the media house, alongside other entities that aired such claims and termed them as irresponsible
Nigerian superstar Davido, known for his Afrobeat hits like Jowo, has vehemently denied allegations of being caught with cocaine, dismissing the reports as false and irresponsible.
The controversy erupted after Kenyan media house K24 published a story on April 1st, claiming that the musician was detained at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi after authorities discovered a Ksh18 million cocaine haul aboard his private jet.
In a statement released to the press, Davido, whose real name is David Adedeji Adeleke, addressed the allegations head-on, setting the record straight for his fans and followers.
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The artist emphasized that the reports circulating online were entirely untrue and that he had successfully completed his scheduled performances in Uganda and Kenya before returning home to Nigeria.
“I have never been arrested by anyone in any country for any crime in the world,” Davido asserted.
“Not in my home Nigeria, not in my home America, or any of the hundreds of countries I’ve visited throughout my career.” He added.
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Expressing his dismay at the fabrication of such serious allegations, Davido condemned the irresponsible actions of the media parties involved.
He made it clear that he would not tolerate the dissemination of false information, even under the guise of April Fools’ Day pranks.
Davido’s lawyer is reportedly exploring legal options to address the defamation and misinformation spread by K24 and other media outlets responsible for generating the false reports.
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The musician’s statement concluded with gratitude to his fans for their unwavering support and a reminder that blessings come from God.
The incident comes amidst Davido’s participation in the highly anticipated Raha Fest in Kenya, where he joined fellow African artists Ya Levis and King Promise for a night of electrifying performances.
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The festival, which drew music enthusiasts from across the region, showcased the diversity and vibrancy of African music.
