Davido Lights Up AFCON 2025 Kick-Off Concert In Rabat

Davido thrilled fans on Saturday night at the official kick-off concert for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The pre-tournament event was held at Olm Souissi Fan Zone in Rabat, just hours before the tournament’s first match. Hypeman Special Spesh introduced the Nigerian superstar, who immediately ignited the crowd with an explosive entrance and non-stop energy. The 33-year-old singer, born David Adeleke, delivered a dynamic performance, blending his timeless hits with his newest tracks. He had the audience dancing to favourites like ‘Aye’ and the international smash ‘Fall’, while also performing romantic hits such as ‘If’ and recent chart-toppers ‘Unavailable’ and ‘With You’. The concert also featured a celebration of African and international talent, with performances from Moroccan-American rapper French Montana, Comorian singer Says’Z, and Moroccan artists Douaa Lahyaoui and Lartiste, making the event a memorable start to the AFCON festivities. 20/12 | @davido performing global smash hits “IF”, “FALL” & “UNAVAILABLE” — LIVE at the OFFICIAL AFCON KICK-OFF CONCERT at OLM SOUISSI in Rabat, Morroco! 💥🏟️5️⃣ SOME OF THE GREATEST AFROBEATS SONGS OF ALL TIME!NORTH AFRICA LOVES DAVIDO! 🤯❤️#5iveAliveTour #5iveAliveWorldTour pic.twitter.com/uNmQqTDje6 — The 5ive Alive Tour (@5iveAliveWT) December 21, 2025 Davido shutdown the AFCON Official Kick-Off Concert in Morocco 🇲🇦🔥 pic.twitter.com/siL0aBwtcu — THE DEBUT HUB (@thedebuthub) December 21, 2025

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Davido, French Montana To Headline AFCON 2025 Opening Concert In Morocco

Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer Davido, born David Adeleke, is set to headline the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Rabat, Morocco. The concert, scheduled for Saturday, comes a day before the tournament officially kicks off, launching the month-long continental football competition. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced on Thursday that Davido will lead a star-studded lineup, which also includes Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, rising act Says’z, and global hip-hop star French Montana. “Global hip-hop star French Montana and Nigerian Afrobeats icon Davido will lead an exciting international lineup, joined by Moroccan sensation Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, and rising artist Says’z,” CAF said in a statement. “The diverse selection reflects AFCON’s celebration of African culture, music, and global influence.” The opening concert aims to blend football and music, creating a festive atmosphere ahead of the tournament. “The show will take place a day before the tournament kicks off, setting the tone for what promises to be an unforgettable AFCON in Morocco,” CAF added. Davido, one of Africa’s most influential music exports, is known for his electrifying performances on international stages. His participation highlights the growing synergy between African football and entertainment. French Montana, a Moroccan-American rapper with multiple global hits, is expected to draw an international audience, enhancing AFCON’s global appeal. AFCON 2025 will feature Africa’s top national teams competing for continental glory, with organizers promising a full cultural showcase celebrating African music, creativity, and identity. Fans in Rabat and across the continent are eagerly anticipating a night where music and football come together, according to CAF. Davido’s selection adds to his history of major global performances. In 2022, he became the first Nigerian artist to perform at a FIFA World Cup ceremony, delivering the official anthem Hayya Hayya alongside Aisha and Trinidad Cardona at the Qatar closing ceremony.

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Carter Efe Breaks Records On Twitch With Davido Livestream, Hits 9,000 Subscribers

Carter Efe has made history on Twitch with a record-breaking livestream featuring Afrobeats superstar Davido. The broadcast peaked at more than 80,000 concurrent viewers and propelled Carter Efe’s subscriber count past 9,000, making him the first African streamer to reach this milestone. During the stream, Carter Efe was visibly moved, expressing gratitude for Davido’s support and playfully encouraging others to uplift fellow creators. The collaboration has firmly established Carter Efe as one of Africa’s top Twitch streamers, with his channel now boasting over 400,000 followers.

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Davido Calls On Twitch CEO To Raise Carter Efe’s Deal To $1 Million

Davido sparked excitement on Twitch when he publicly called on the platform’s CEO to increase content creator Carter Efe’s deal to $1 million. The former skit maker, who invited the Afrobeats star to his livestream, drew a large online audience eager to watch the interaction. During the stream, Davido engaged with fans, vibing and chatting before focusing on advocating for Carter Efe. Speaking directly to Twitch CEO Dan Clancy, Davido insisted the deal for Carter Efe be raised, confident that his voice carries influence. “The CEO of Twitch, I know you’re going to hear this cause my voice get power, up the deal… we don’t one to see any 100 – up the deal to a million dollars.” Carter Efe expressed his gratitude, joking about previous opportunities, saying, “Thank God say I no collect KICK deal o.” The livestream quickly went viral, with fans applauding Davido for using his platform to support fellow creators and push for better opportunities. Davido called the Martell organization on stream and asked them to make Carterefe an ambassador and they agreed immediately. Deal done 💰🤯 pic.twitter.com/rYaVivh9MV — Twitch Naija (@Twitchnaija) December 17, 2025

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Davido Explains How “With You” With Omah Lay Came From A Simple Misunderstanding

Afrobeat superstar Davido has revealed how his collaboration with Omah Lay came about, sharing that the partnership nearly didn’t happen due to a simple misunderstanding. Last year, Omah Lay admitted he initially thought Davido “hated” him—until the DMW boss played his music during a livestream with American streamer Kai Cenat in Lagos. Surprised, Omah Lay tweeted about the moment, expressing disbelief that Davido had given him a shoutout despite them never having met. Davido quickly reached out via direct message to clarify, asking why Omah Lay assumed that, and their collaboration began. Davido explained: “Kai Cenat came to Nigeria and I was driving him to the club. Then Omah Lay’s song came up, and he was like, ‘Who is this?’ I said, ‘Oh! This is Omah Lay, he’s hot.’” They exchanged numbers, shared music ideas, and recorded four songs together, with Omah Lay ultimately choosing “With You” for release. The track has since become a standout on Davido’s fifth album, 5ive, and is now nominated for Best African Music Performance at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Fans have praised Davido for supporting younger artists and staying humble, while Omah Lay was applauded for his honesty about his initial doubts. What began as a tweet and a misunderstanding turned into a Grammy-nominated hit, proving that open communication and genuine collaboration can create musical magic. "Why would you think I hate you?" How Kai Cenat's visit to Nigeria inspired Davido's collaboration with Omah Lay. pic.twitter.com/jY2CsEWYL4 — @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) December 16, 2025

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Davido Reacts After Man Walked Past Him in Elevator, Sparking Online Buzz

Davido has stirred conversation online after reacting to a viral video in which a man appeared to walk past him in an elevator without acknowledging him. The singer took to his X account and wrote: “You wey dem pursue … 😵‍💫”, leaving the meaning of the post open to interpretation. Aura for Aura in Abuja City, Moment a guy walked past Davido in an elevator😂. Yenking 001 😂 pic.twitter.com/7rhR4TV5ZE — 🐝zzyyNotFound (@_Sokowonci_) December 16, 2025 Although he did not confirm if it was a direct reference to the clip, the timing of his reaction has led many netizens to connect the two. Fans and social media users have since speculated about the post, with some interpreting it as a lighthearted jab at the moment captured in the video, while others believe it comments on the nature of chasing fame and attention.

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Samklef Claims Davido’s Entry Brought Rivalry And Toxicity To Nigerian Music

Music producer Samklef has stirred debate, claiming that Davido’s entry into the Nigerian music scene introduced rivalry and toxicity. Responding to Pheelz’s remarks about how comparisons could harm music culture, Samklef nostalgically recalled a more peaceful era with artists like Wizkid and Olamide. He suggested that the arrival of Davido shifted the industry’s dynamics, bringing unhealthy competition and what he described as a “cultist mindset.” According to him, the industry has since been plagued by fake streams, threats, and underhanded tactics. Samklef wrote: “Music was fun when we started. When Wizkid came, there was no comparison—everything was pure love. Olamide came too, same thing. No pressure, no hatred, just music. Then one Scorpio boy who moves like Diddy… Davido entered, and since then the industry turned toxic. Cultist mindset, threats, fake streams, dirty moves everywhere.” His remarks have sparked widespread reactions online, with many taking to social media to weigh in on the controversy.

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Davido Shows Up For Imade’s School Christmas Carol Hours After His Concert

Davido melted hearts after attending his daughter Imade’s school Christmas carol only hours after stepping off stage from his own performance. The singer, despite his demanding schedule, was present at the school event to cheer Imade on as she took part in the festive presentation. A video shared online showed him watching proudly among other parents. Sharing the clip on social media, Davido made it clear the moment mattered deeply to him, writing, “Made it couldn’t miss it for the world @realimadeadeleke”. The post quickly drew admiration from fans, who applauded the superstar for prioritising fatherhood and being actively involved in his daughter’s life despite his busy career. From Abuja to Lagos!! Biggest davido attends Imade's school Christmas carol🥹 beautiful Father and daughter moment 🥰 pic.twitter.com/beIBogadHJ — Big Love (@bigHotbaby1) December 15, 2025

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