Afrobeats star Davido has broken his silence after his official streamer, Davrel, publicly apologised over a viral video that sparked criticism during the burial of Israel DMW’s late father in Edo State.
The controversy began after footage from the event circulated on social media, showing Davrel seated on a chair reportedly reserved for Davido while the singer remained standing nearby.
In the clip, Davrel was also seen resting one of his legs on the chair before another person approached and asked him to vacate the seat.
The video quickly generated reactions online, with many members of Davido’s fanbase, popularly known as 30BG, accusing the streamer of showing disrespect to the award-winning musician.
Amid the backlash, Davrel released a public apology, expressing regret over the incident and addressing fans who felt offended by his actions.
Reacting in the comment section of the apology video, Davido offered words of encouragement while reminding the streamer of the responsibilities that come with being associated with his team.
“Good job son. Move better n be smarter the world is watching u now. love u,” the singer wrote.
The response has since attracted attention across social media, with many fans praising Davido’s calm approach to the situation while encouraging Davrel to learn from the experience.
The incident unfolded during activities surrounding the burial ceremony of Israel DMW’s late father, an event attended by family members, friends and several notable personalities.