Afrobeats superstar Davido has caused a stir on social media after sharing a story involving football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, an invitation to watch a match at Old Trafford, and a ruined evening that he still blames on Manchester United defender Harry Maguire.
The singer narrated the alleged incident whereby the star footballer invited him to watch the said match.
“Football ehn fit give person BP … I remember when CR7 personally invite me come watch match for Old trafford then couple years ago … He don book dinner ALL! Party chillin etc …. Nah so dem go lose match .. BABA VEX GO HOUSE .. since that day I still never forgive Maguire 😂😂.”
Davido
The post immediately went viral, drawing thousands of reactions from fans who found the story both hilarious and fake. While some simply enjoyed the humor, many others questioned the authenticity of the story, accusing Davido of exaggeration and chasing clout.
Many social media users did not believe that Ronaldo invited Davido out and called him out for ‘lying.’
“They said he was lying. They didn’t know him, and Cristiano Ronaldo dey chat on Instagram and WHATSAPP steadily. Davido is just too big to post chat evidence. He has nothing to prove to anybody.”
Rozzapepper
“Lmao I swear football mad gan. Samuel Okwaraji bin invited me to come watch semi-final o. Before I board the flight, na so weyrey kpai for pitch.”
YOM
“I can never forget when Messi sent an invite to the US. They lost with Suarez. I will never forgive Cincinnati FC.”
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Davido Advises Skales After Barca Loss to Inter Milan
The Nigerian music star once again got fans buzzing on social media, this time for showing love to his colleague, Skales, in a moment that quickly turned controversial.
The drama began shortly after Barcelona’s crushing 4-3 defeat to Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, April 29.
Skales, a passionate Barca supporter, had recently been spotted celebrating with Barcelona players after their Copa Del Rey triumph, and was still basking in the euphoria of his resurging career, thanks to the renewed popularity of his classic hit Shake Body.
Reacting to the chaotic match, the singer poked fun at Skales in a tweet on X: “Skales’ heart go Dey beat like this.”
He didn’t stop there. The ‘Timeless’ crooner went ahead to shower praises on the rapper, urging him to make the most of his ongoing wave.
“SKALOOO NO COME NAIJA OOO …MANY ARTIST WEY DEY LAFF WAN DEY UR POSITION!! MILK AM TILL ITS PEAK (see punchline)! @youngskales! CONGRATS AGAIN, U DESERVE AM!”
Davido
However, what was meant to be a playful shout-out quickly turned sour as some social media users accused Davido of hypocrisy and seeking relevance amid speculations about his underwhelming album performance.
While a handful of netizens applauded Davido’s display of camaraderie, others slammed the singer, alleging that he had previously ignored Skales during his career struggles and was now using his comeback to chase clout.
“Fake love. When he needed help for his music video back then, where were you?”
@peter_okoh14891
“Skales big pass you right now sha.. na him suppose dey advise you.”
@OverGood_Boy
“You wan trend because your album don flop. No go sleep before Chioma vex for you.”
@celebrityboyfr0
Despite the flood of criticisms, some fans came to Davido’s defense, insisting that the singer has always been a generous and supportive force in the industry.
“So much to admire from this man. Always sharing love, good energy and support.”
@mr_schengenvisa
“Feels like everyone congratulating Skales is just pitying him… Just support or repost his sound.”
@Omo_Chels
“Anytime David tweets, na haters dey rush comment. He no send una. He’s in ATL, una dey suffer mosquito for Naija.”
@unlimitedMeeee
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