Apologize for what” – Kanayo O. Kanayo backs Davido on Nigeria’s economy comment

Kanayo O. Kanayo, a Nollywood veteran, has expressed support for Afrobeats singer Davido after he advised African Americans against relocating to Africa, citing the country’s struggling economy as an example. The statement has sparked widespread criticism.

Kanayo, in a video shared on Instagram from the UK, urged Nigerians to respect Davido’s right to freedom of speech.

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The actor dismissed calls for Davido to apologize, emphasizing the singer’s intent to advocate for ordinary Nigerians despite his 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.

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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.

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