President Buhari Applauds Wizkid, Davido On MOBO Awards

Posted on December 1, 2017

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Nigerian top Afro-pop artistes, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun a.k.a., Wizkid and David Adedeji Adeleke a.k.a. Davido, on their awards at the Music of Black Origin (MOBO).

A statement released Friday by Special Adviser to the President (Media& Publicity), Mr. Femi Adesina, said the President joins the teeming fans of the artistes in Nigeria and all over the world in celebrating the highly deserved and meritorious recognition, which saw WizKid winning “International Best Artiste’’ award, while Davido picked the “Best African Act’’.

The President affirms that both singers have showcased the rich talents in the country, and brought pride to the nation through their many songs and performances, commending their dedication, hard work and charity works.

President Buhari also calls on the upwardly mobile artistes to be cautious and mindful of likely distractions to their careers, urging Wizkid and Davido to serve as ambassadors of the country and role models to upcoming musicians.

The two rivals duly represented Nigeria at the 2017 MOBO Awards held at the First Direct Arena, Leeds England on Wednesday.

Wizkid beat Rap mogul Jay-Z, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar and others to clinch the best international artist award while Davido, beat Eugy, Sarkodie, Wizkid, Maleek Berry, Mr Eazi and others to clinch the Best African Act award.

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