“Apologize for what?” – Kanayo backs Davido on Nigeria’s economy comment
Nollywood veteran Kanayo O. Kanayo has expressed support for Afrobeats star Davido amid the backlash following the singer’s recent remarks about Nigeria’s struggling economy.
In a controversial interview, Davido cautioned African Americans against relocating to Africa, using Nigeria’s economic challenges as an example. His comments have sparked widespread criticism, with the backlash intensifying over time.
Addressing the issue in a video shared on Instagram from the UK, Kanayo urged Nigerians to respect Davido’s right to freedom of expression. The actor rejected calls for the singer to apologize, highlighting Davido’s intent to advocate for ordinary Nigerians despite his privileged background as a billionaire.
“Nigerians make una leave Davido alone about the comment he made; it’s freedom of speech and he made it in good faith. It is left for those in power to work harder to give us a better Nigeria. We need to build a better Nigeria,” he said partly.
He continued by adding, “Some people say he should apologize; apologize for what? He’s a Nigerian and he made his statement in good faith. Those who criticize us wants the best out of us. Davido and his family can feed well but he speaks for other Nigerians who cannot.”
