Ace Afrobeats artiste, Davido, has come under fire online for an act Muslim faithful have perceived as grave disrespect to Muslims and Islam.
Outrage has been generated after the singer took to Twitter to share a music video of his signee, Logos Olori, entitled “Jaye lo.”
The video shows Logos Olori sitting atop a building, singing while some worshippers were seen observing salah below.
This set off a wild angry reaction from netizens. They have called on Davido to pull down the video and apologize unreservedly.
See the post below:
Dear Davido, for the benefits of doubt, we will assume you do not know that Muslims hold the obligatory prayers sacred and it’s totally prohibited to joke or play with the prayers. Please kindly take it down and apologize to all Muslims for this grave mistake https://t.co/GphtWHhaUX
— Uncle K Esq (@Supheey) July 22, 2023
See more reactions gathered from netizens;
@Suphey wrote: “Dear Davido, for the benefits of doubt, we will assume you do not know that Muslims hold the obligatory prayers sacred and it’s totally prohibited to joke or play with the prayers. Please kindly take it down and apologize to all Muslims for this grave mistake”
@waspapping_ wrote: “Davido @davido of all people should know that Muslims don’t joke around with their religion. To promote that video of his with Muslims praying is not only insensitive, it’s insulting. He should as a matter of urgency delete that video and tender an unreserved apology”
@Daniel Regha wrote: “Davido should delete that Jaye Lo video & apologize to Muslims as an act of respect; It’s common knowledge that the mosque is a sacred place, plus Muslims don’t condone any act/behavior that goes against their faith. Creativity is fine, but respect people’s religion & cultures.”