Nigerian music star Davido has said he is now having second thoughts about venturing into politics, citing concerns over how celebrities fare in the political space.
Speaking during a recent Twitch livestream with streamer Davrel, the singer explained that his observations of other entertainers who transitioned into politics have made him more cautious about pursuing such ambitions.
According to him, his earlier interest in partisan politics has been tempered by both his established legacy in the entertainment industry and the realities he has witnessed.
“Before, I wanted to go into politics but honestly, now, I see it two ways. All my years of goodwill, my name and my career, all the hard work and the fan base we have built, it is tricky because the way people look at things; the superstars that have gone into politics, the transition hasn’t really been successful,” he said.
Davido further noted, “I feel like if you are a politician, you are a politician. It is like it is their business.”