Afrobeats superstar Davido has stirred debate online following the death of former President Muhammad Buhari on July 13, 2025, by posting a cryptic message rather than a straightforward tribute.
As tributes poured in from celebrities and Nigerians, Davido, currently on his 5ive Tour, shared an Instagram quote often attributed to Maya Angelou:
“I’ve learnt that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel,” accompanied by tour hashtags.
Rather than mourning Buhari directly, his post prompted speculation. Fans are divided—some praise his restraint, believing he avoided getting embroiled in political drama, while others feel he should have at least acknowledged the former president’s passing.
Online reactions highlight both sides:
- “Davido’s too smart to get dragged into Nigerian political wahala. Man stayed focused.”
- “You sabi quote Maya Angelou, but you no fit say rest in peace or even acknowledge the man?”
- “OBO chose peace, and I respect it. Sometimes silence is also a statement.”
- “Na quote he drop. This one na silent shade or soft avoidance?”
By choosing introspection over commentary, Davido’s post became a conversation starter—raising questions about the balance between personal expression and public expectation in moments of national significance.
