- Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle slams singer Davido for discouraging foreign investment in Nigeria, particularly after Davido’s comments about the country’s struggling economy.
- The Grammy-nominated singer advised Americans against relocating to Nigeria, citing the nation’s economic challenges.
- Patrick Doyle points out the contradiction, reminding Davido that his father, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, has a $2 billion investment in Nigeria’s power generation sector.
Veteran Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle has called out Grammy-nominated singer Davido for advising foreigners against investing in Nigeria.
In a recent social media post, Patrick Doyle expressed his disappointment with Davido’s statement, claiming that the singer’s remarks about Nigeria’s struggling economy were misguided, especially given his family’s significant investments in the country.
Davido, known for his hit song “Unavailable,” had cautioned Americans not to consider relocating to Nigeria, pointing out the country’s economic challenges.
However, Doyle, in his response, pointed out an apparent contradiction. He reminded Davido that his father, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, has invested $2 billion in Nigeria’s power generation sector.
According to Doyle, the singer should be more informed and thoughtful, considering his family’s substantial investment in the nation’s economy.
The actor’s criticism has sparked mixed reactions from the public. Some social media users have defended Davido, arguing that his statement was a reflection of the country’s current economic conditions.
Others, however, have questioned Doyle’s stance, pointing out that Davido is a private citizen with the right to express his opinion.
Netizens Reactions…
@Ade O. Olukoya said: “He needs to be reminded that his uncle is a state governor doing nothing to improve the situation in his domain.”
@Kingsley Rapulu Ofodeme said: “Why being harsh on Davido who is a private citizen. Did he lie about the Nigerian economy which is obviously crippled?”
@Ada Ofoegbu said: “But Tinubu said worse things about Nigeria abroad. Insecurity, climate change, inflation, etc.”
@Offiong Esua said: “Either way, his father recoups his investment. It was quaranteed by the ADB bank and also with grants from the World Bank.”
@Titi Oyejola said: “He should just stick to what he knows best, music.”
@Msoo Mee said: “The guy is incredibly blessed with many gifts. Discernment of that magnitude is unfortunately not one of his strong suits. ”
@Majemite Jaboro said: “Forgive him. He forgot where he was.”
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