Nigerian music sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, made headlines following a fiery moment during his live performance at a star-studded event in Umuawa Alaocha, Umuahia, Abia State, on Friday, June 27, 2025.
The award-winning singer was in town to support the launch of two new radio stations by renowned media entrepreneur and philanthropist, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, popularly known as Don Lulu. The grand event attracted major celebrities including Cubana Chief Priest, Timaya, Kcee, Bright Chimezie, Peruzzi, Zlatan, Zoro, and Jeriq, and featured electrifying performances that lit up social media timelines.
Davido’s Outburst Over Baby in the Crowd Goes Viral
One unexpected moment from Davido’s performance quickly went viral—when he abruptly paused his set after spotting a baby in the front row of the crowd. Clearly agitated, the singer rebuked the adult responsible for bringing a child to such a loud and densely packed environment.
“Why you go carry baby come here? Are you crazy? Take your baby away from here, you are a wicked person!” Davido said sharply as fans looked on in shock.
His outburst drew widespread attention online, sparking debates about concert safety, parental responsibility, and celebrity expectations.
Social Media Reacts
The incident triggered a wave of reactions across platforms. While many praised Davido for speaking up about the child’s safety, others speculated that the fan may have brought the baby in hopes of receiving monetary support from the superstar.
Here are some trending reactions compiled by Legit.ng:
- @vivi_world9: “He’s such a good dad. The way he said ‘you are a wicked person’—even the music stopped being sweet to him.”
- @abebi_omotanwa: “Why bring a baby to a concert? If anything happened to that child, people would blame Davido.”
- @braimohpreshy: “Are people not afraid? That crowd was massive and dangerous for a baby.”
- @iam_fabulouspixzy: “And people say artists get high before performing—if he was drunk, he wouldn’t have noticed that baby.”
- @iamdejavoo_: “Carrying a baby to such a loud and crowded place in hopes of begging money? That’s just insane.”
- @flae_rossy: “Outside Nigeria, you can’t tell a fan ‘are you crazy’—but here it’s normal.”
Despite mixed opinions, many applauded Davido’s protective instinct, noting his known affection for children and his role as a father.
Davido’s Tweet on Kenya Protest Also Draws Attention
Meanwhile, Davido also stirred discussions online earlier this week after posting a tweet amid the anti-tax protests in Kenya. On Wednesday, June 26, he tweeted:
“Peace and love to Kenya.”
Though seemingly well-meaning, the message triggered backlash from some Nigerian users, who questioned his involvement in foreign political discourse while remaining relatively silent on domestic issues.
From concerts to commentary, Davido continues to be at the centre of national and continental conversations. Whether protecting a child in a crowd or weighing in on regional matters, his influence remains as dynamic—and as debated—as ever.
