The video of 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi from the Labour Party meeting with popular Nigerian singer Davido has sparked various reactions. The meeting took place at a ceremony in Lagos on December 9, 2023. The viral video shows Obi and Davido engaging with people, taking photos, and having a photo session.
Earlier, Obi had wished Davido well on his 31st birthday on November 21, 2023, praising the singer for his philanthropic efforts and impact on the music industry through charity work. Obi prayed for Davido’s good health, fruitful years, and continued positive contributions to Nigeria, NN News Media recalled.
Netizens shared their opinions on the meeting and the relationship between politics and entertainment on the micro-blogging platform X (formerly Twitter). The reactions were diverse, reflecting the intersection of politics and celebrity culture in the public eye.
@DanielRegha wrote: “Davido is seen vibing with Peter Obi & there’s no cancel culture, but if he was conversing with Tinubu, Atiku or any politician accused of something, the reactions will be different. So what’s the celebration for? Obi is yet to clear the allegations against him, while Davido was absent during the campaign season & general elections. The way we Nigerians quickly forget is awful!.”
@iamkissking wrote: “The man wey for save Nigeria and the man wey save afrobeat. Two great men.”
@Nyere_ugo wrote: “The caption should have been “ Davido finally met a celebrity! I hope one day we can be known all over the world with good leaders! Thanks to Okocha, Kanu Nkwankwo and Mikel Obi, these are the names I mention to foreigners each time and pretend they don’t know Nigeria.”
@toxicmale_7 wrote: “That man Peter Obi is the most unproblematic man I’ve seen.”
@Joshinvent11 wrote: “DAVIDO as a person is vast in creating, building and maintaining relationships.”
@neishunk wrote: “If Davido sees Tinubu, he go still hype am. So this is really no news.”
@EMMANSO09170057 wrote: “My President with 001 OBO. My president, Mr. Peter Obi, is always smiling.”
@Ifysunshine12 wrote: “Who don big don big….. Mouth wey don dey eat don already dey committed…”
@drfynrekins wrote: “Greatness recognises greatness! It just connects flawlessly.”
@sinaheart2022 wrote: “PO for the people by the people for the people.”
@itsleeswhag wrote: “But he wasn’t able to campaign for him during the election because he was playing party politics with his family.“
