Afrobeats singer David Adeleke popularly referred to as Davido has expressed deep concern over dangerous governance, injustice, and the lengthy-struggling of Nigerians.
Speaking in an episode of the I Wanna Talk podcast, Davido candidly revealed that he thought real change was coming to Nigeria throughout the EndSARS protests however Nigerians rapidly reverted to their previous methods.
He lamented that these who claim to fight for Nigerians often change every time they get into power.
The singer said that regardless of being from a privileged and influential background, he nonetheless fears shedding his life.
Davido mentioned Nigeria wants an pressing optimistic change.
“I was happy to see Nigerians protest during EndSARS. I thought change was coming, but December came and people were partying. Even me, who was initially optimistic about the movement got discouraged. I was like we can’t kill ourselves. We have kids and people we are living for.
“Once the federal government is dangerous, there can be hardship. I am unable to even advise individuals who are going by way of financial hardship as a result of I’m not going by way of what they are going by way of, regardless that I’ve my very own struggles, too. What I can say is, Nigeria, repair up. The nation has to change from politicians to residents, all the pieces.
“We can’t change our society until we change our mindset as a people. Today, the same people that were protesting are campaigning for politicians. Those who claim to fight for the people often change when they get power,” he said.
