Kanayo Defends Davido’s Controversial Statement on Nigerian Economy

 

Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O Kanayo has slammed those lashing out at Davido over a recent comment he made about Nigeria's economy.

 

Davido had during his appearance on ‘The Big Homies House’ podcast in the US, highlighted Nigeria’s challenges, saying that “It is not cool back home. The economy is in shambles.”

 

He warned Black Americans against relocating to Nigeria.

 

His remarks which didn’t sit well with many Nigerians, have continued to be a subject of criticism, with some demanding an apology from him.

 

Responding to the controversy, Kanayo defended the singer’s right to free speech, stating that Davido made the comments to speak for the poor Nigerians amid the country’s economic hardship.

 

Kanayo in a video shared on Instagram said; “@davido spoke his mind, isn’t it not? Respect his views too. The Adelek’s can feed for life but it will be unholy if they assume all is ok because they are OK.