Senate President Godswill Akpabio has advised renowned Afrobeat singer Davido to avoid getting involved in politics. This cautionary advice was given during Davido’s courtesy visit to Akpabio in Abuja on Monday.
Welcoming Davido, Akpabio expressed his admiration for the musician’s contributions and praised him for bringing pride to Nigeria. “For me and for the government of President Bola Tinubu, it’s an inclusive administration, and you must have noticed in my various outings that we move as one across party lines,” Akpabio said.
“Even though your administration is a PDP, one thing that is common to all of us is the interest of this country. And it is a country that has given you so much love. The country’s population is unmatched anywhere else in Africa, over 240 million Nigerians. So I urge you to remain a great ambassador of our country. Continue to do your best in the entertainment industry and don’t allow anybody to drag you into politics.”
Akpabio emphasized the value placed on talent within the political arena and assured support for the entertainment industry. “For us in the political arena, we value talents. We will do everything possible to support the entertainment industry and talented people like you. All we need is patience and prayers for us to succeed,” he added.
In response, Davido shared the purpose of his visit and highlighted his philanthropic efforts. “As for me, I’m doing my part to assist society. I have a foundation where I distribute N300 to N400 million to orphanages yearly. And I have a new album coming out in June or July of this year. I just thank you for everything you have been doing for us,” the singer stated.
Davido was accompanied by his cousins, Tunji Adeleke, son of his late uncle Senator Isiaka Adeleke, and Folasade Adeleke, daughter of Osun State Governor.
