Apostle Kassy Chukwu, Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, has announced that singer Davido is banned from staging performances in Edo State for the rest of the governor's tenure. Chukwu made the declaration in a video posted on YouTube by Peniel TV International on Thursday, stating that Davido would not be welcome in the state due to what he described as disrespectful remarks against the governor and his family. The aide cited Davido's sharing of what appeared to be Okpebholo's WAEC result on Instagram as a key factor, calling the document allegedly manipulated and warning against future similar posts.
Chukwu claimed Edo youths were angered by Davido's actions and warned the singer could face a hostile reception if he returned, including at the airport. He quoted unnamed youths as saying Davido should never be allowed to perform again in the state. The dispute originated during the build-up to the August 15 Osun State governorship election, when Okpebholo criticised Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke, Davido's uncle. Davido responded by sharing the academic document and later defended the move in an interview, stating he had no intention of apologising. He also questioned Okpebholo's decision to campaign in Osun and challenged his electoral mandate. The video of Chukwu's remarks has since circulated widely online, drawing public reactions amid the ongoing conflict.
The governor's aide claims Davido is banned over a disputed academic document and criticism of the governor, yet provides no official directive or enforcement mechanism. If the ban relies on youth anger rather than policy, its real impact depends on whether public sentiment in Edo aligns with the aide's stance.
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