Key Points
- Davido (David Adeleke) reacts after Jubril A Gawat praises Wizkid. He tells the Lagos aide to let old drama go.
- The Lagos media aide calls Wizkid (Ayodeji Balogun) “our child” online. Fans quickly ask why he ignores Davido in the praise.
- Gawat insists his boss still rates Davido highly as well. Davido replies that past issues are gone and urges him to grow.
Afrobeats star Davido (David Adeleke) has clapped back at Lagos State media aide Jubril A. Gawat after a fresh X post praising Wizkid (Ayodeji Balogun) as “the face of Lagos” stirred old rivalry talk between the two stars.
A fan first wrote that Wizkid is “the face of Lagos” and said “Baba Bolu always promotes Lagos,” in a nod to the singer’s son. Gawat backed the comment and replied, “Yes correct. We are proud of him,” a line that quickly travelled across timelines and blogs. For context on Davido’s recent online reply style, see this Davido fanbase structure clash story.
Another user then jumped in with a sharp question in Yoruba, asking, “Ore oga nko?” They wanted to know why Davido did not get a mention, since he also sells out Lagos shows and often uses the city in his brand. Gawat answered that “My oga is proud of him,” hinting that his principal, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, still rates Davido highly.
How praise for Wizkid sparked new debate
Gawat had earlier shared a poster for Wizkid’s December concert at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos. He captioned it “Ọmọ wa ni,” which roughly means “This is our child,” and framed the show as a big Lagos moment. That warm caption pleased many Wizkid fans who already call Lagos his home turf.
But the post also reopened the long-running fan debate over which Afrobeats star best represents the city. Supporters of both singers often argue over streaming numbers, sold-out arenas, and charity work. Any official-looking praise for one name can feel like shade at the other, especially when it comes from a government aide.
In this case, fans read Gawat’s words as giving Wizkid a special badge from the state. When he later stressed that his “oga” is proud of Davido, many still felt his earlier posts carried hidden bias. Some saw it as part of a pattern where online praise for one star is framed as a slight on another.
Davido tells Gawat to let old issues go
Davido soon noticed the remarks and chose not to stay silent. He quoted Gawat’s post and wrote, “Bro, it has been a year,” before adding another short line that told him to “let it go and grow up.” The singer hinted that whatever hurt the aide felt should have faded by now.
He then pulled up an earlier tweet from Gawat that called Wizkid “Ore Oga wa,” meaning “our boss’s friend.” Davido suggested the aide had been on the same point since the previous day and urged him again to relax. The tone felt playful on the surface, yet it also carried a sharp warning to stop using his name in indirect jabs.
The exchange showed that Davido still watches how officials speak about him and his peers online. It also proved that he prefers clear, direct talk over subtle shots, especially when it involves his status in Lagos. His short replies, written in simple slang, matched the style fans have seen in other recent clapbacks.
Wider context: Davido, Wizkid and Lagos pride
Both Davido and Wizkid have deep ties to Lagos, and each has strong claims to the city’s spotlight. They headline major shows, bring tourists in for concerts, and help push local slang and style into global pop culture. Many fans feel Lagos should comfortably celebrate both names without sparking rivalry.
Recent stories have shown Davido’s wider pattern of reacting openly when he feels slighted or misread on social media. He has replied to online critics over his background, clapped back at a media analyst after a bold GOAT emoji tweet, and even joked with fans about how his wife might react to certain requests.
Wizkid, on the other hand, often keeps a calmer public tone, dropping short posts, rare interviews and light viral clips. In one recent moment, he teased Tanzanian star Juma Jux about marriage in a brief video call that turned into a trending talking point. That clip is captured in this Wizkid marriage chat viral clip.
Fans react to the latest online clash
Reactions to Davido’s comment on Gawat were mixed across X and Instagram. Some fans praised him for defending himself and refusing to accept what they saw as subtle shade from a government aide. They felt his “let it go” message was a fair call for a fresh start.
Others believed the whole drama was unnecessary and came from fans reading too much into friendly praise. They argued that an official can hail one artist without dragging another, especially in a city with many music stars. To them, Davido’s reply only added more heat to a light joke.
There were also users who called for more balance from public officers when commenting on celebrity matters. They said aides who represent state leaders should avoid fuelling fan wars and instead support all talents coming from Lagos. That way, the city’s image stays strong while artists enjoy healthy competition.
Despite the back and forth, both Davido and Wizkid continue to prepare for packed year-end schedules. Fans of Wizkid look forward to his December show at TBS, while Davido’s base expects new dates, features, and more surprise appearances. With Lagos at the centre of their plans, online jabs from officials or fans are unlikely to slow either star down.
In the end, Davido’s message to Gawat was simple: past disputes should stay in the past. Whether the aide takes that advice or not, the short clash has already added another chapter to the never-ending Davido versus Wizkid rivalry talk that drives so much online buzz.
