Afrobeats superstar Davido has now given his take on the difference in democracy between his home country of Nigeria and the United States. Appearing on The Morning Hustle podcast, he expressed admiration for the U.S. democratic system for its transparency and respect for electoral outcomes.
He reflected on his experience voting in the U.S. and said he supported Kamala Harris during the 2020 election but respected the victory of Donald Trump. This, he noted, is a sign of a functioning democracy. He lamented that Nigeria struggles to ensure true democratic values.
Davido’s words resonate with many Nigerians who would want to see improved governance and better electoral conduct. This is a conversation that ought to inspire more efforts in strengthening democracy in Nigeria.