Davido Claps Back at Troll Over Private Jet Comment, Sparks Mixed Reactions

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has once again stirred up online controversy after delivering a scathing response to a troll who mocked his family’s ownership of a private jet.

The drama unfolded on X (formerly Twitter) after a user ridiculed Davido, claiming the private jet he frequently uses is owned collectively by seven family members. The post read:
“Private jet wey na 7 family own am 😂🤣🤣🤣.”

In a fiery comeback, Davido lashed out:
“I GIVE YOU 1 hr … show me ur papa car …1..2..3 go! One hour and u go show proof.. paper work… ur mouth go finish today!! You are the most useless child any parent can have … if u no show that car in one hour u be bastard.”

The singer’s outburst went viral, triggering a wave of reactions from fans and critics alike. While some supported Davido’s right to defend himself, others condemned the aggressive tone and personal insults, especially referencing parentage and socioeconomic status.

This is not the first time Davido has made headlines for his online altercations. Just recently, he was involved in a dispute with a barber who addressed him as “003” instead of his preferred title, “001”—a term fans use to describe his top-tier status in the music industry.

Public opinion remains divided. Some fans urged him to ignore such comments, arguing that engaging trolls only gives them undue attention. Others felt Davido had every right to defend his family’s name and wealth.

“OBO why you dey reply all these people na, you’re too big to be doing this.”

“All these abuse because he stated the truth? Davido you can do better.”

“This is so childish… calling someone a bastard over material things is petty.”

As the conversation trends across social media, many are calling for celebrities to show more restraint and emotional intelligence when dealing with criticism online.