Davido, Rarara Trade Words On Social Media Over Insecurity

A heated exchange has broken out on social media between Nigerian musicians Davido and Dauda Kahutu Rarara, sparking widespread reactions from Nigerians, especially on X.

The controversy started on Tuesday night when Rarara shared a video on his social media platforms criticizing Davido over his recent comments about insecurity in Nigeria.

The disagreement is linked to Davido’s appearance during activities marking preparations for the FIFA World Cup, where he performed wearing a shirt featuring the Nigerian flag and the names of schoolchildren reportedly abducted in Oyo State.

The incident referenced by Davido involved an attack on a school in Oyo State last month by armed men claiming to be jihadists. Several pupils and teachers were reportedly abducted, leading to nationwide outrage and renewed criticism of the country’s security situation.

Reacting to the issue, Davido wrote on X on Wednesday morning:

“Damn it, every Nigerian should not stay silent about the insecurity plaguing the nation, nor should they prevent others from voicing their concerns openly. Showing bias and prioritising personal or political interests, and putting personal desires above the community’s goals, is nothing to be proud of. Be a patriot for your country, stop prioritising politics over the truth, and fear God in everything you do.”

About two hours later, Davido made another post in Hausa that appeared to be directed at Rarara.

He wrote:

“Da ace kana da ilimi da na tsaya nayi magana dakai. Amma komai baka sani ba, sakarai kawai.”

The statement translates to:

“If you had any knowledge, I would have taken the time to argue with you. But you know absolutely nothing; you’re just a fool.”

Rarara later responded in the comment section of the post, writing:

“Ka shiga taitayinka.”

The phrase means:

“You should be careful.”

The exchange has since become one of the most talked-about topics on Nigerian social media, with supporters of both musicians debating the role of celebrities in speaking out on national security issues.