Afrobeats superstar Davido has clarified the truth behind a viral video that suggested he was slapped during a recent outing in Warri, Delta State. The short clip, which circulated widely on social media over the weekend, showed the singer surrounded by fans and security personnel, with a moment where it appeared someone struck him on the head.
The footage quickly fuelled speculation online, with many users joking about the incident. One user on X.com, identified as #AsakyGRN, posted: “Warri people no get joy oo. See dem sl@p Davido for head.” The comment only intensified conversations, sparking headlines across blogs and entertainment platforms.
On Monday, Davido broke his silence through his official X account, dismissing the rumours and explaining that the supposed slap was nothing more than an accident involving his own security aide. In his words: “Mumu that was my security .. hit me by mistake .. saddist.”
His response has since calmed the frenzy, with many fans relieved to know the singer was never attacked. The viral moment, according to Davido, was simply a misunderstanding amplified by the internet.
The clarification puts an end to speculations surrounding the video and reaffirms the singer’s safety during his Warri visit, which had drawn massive crowds eager to see him. For Davido, whose career has often kept him in the spotlight, this episode shows just how quickly a lighthearted moment can spiral into a viral controversy online.