The senate president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Godswill Akpabio has advised Nigerian singer, David Adedeji Adeleke aka Davido not to interfere in politics.
Gatekeepers News reports that Akpabio gave the advice when Davido paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja along side his two cousins, Tunji and Folashade Adeleke on Monday.
The senate president praised Davido for bringing international recognition to Nigeria.
Akpabio also assured the singer of the government’s commitment towards the growth of the entertainment industry.
The senate president cautioned Davido against getting drown intro politics, adding that he should maintain his path in the entertainment industry.
He emphasized that the current administration of President Tinubu is ready to work across party lines for the betterment of the country.
The former governor of Akwa Ibom state said “You have made us very proud within the International Community. We will do everything possible to support the entertainment industry.”
“For me and for the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, its an inclusive administration, and you must have noticed in my various outings, we move as one, across party lines.”
“Even though your administration is a PDP one but we work across party lines for the interest of Nigeria. The only major thing that is common to all of us is the interest of this country and it is a country that has given you so much love.”
“It is a country with a population that is unmatched anywhere else in Africa. Over 240 million Nigerians. So I want you to continue to remain a great Ambassador of our country. Don’t allow anybody to drag you into politics. Continue to do your best in the entertainment industry.”
“For us in the political arena, we value talents and what God has given to you, nobody can take it away from you. We do everything possible to support the industry. To support talented people like you. All we need also is patience and prayers so that we can succeed.”
“Please do your best to continue to maintain the high ethics. What is happening in America with some of the black stars is quite unfortunate. For most of you in the industry, do not allow peer group influence derail you. Continue to do your best.”
“The entertainment industry is like a pyramid. You start from the ground until you get there. When you are on top, your own is how to remain there. So anybody who walks on a tight rope must learn how to do the balancing act. And so, your job is to remain there.”
“Our prayers is that God should sustain you there and continue to give you more wisdom and more talent for you to continue to make Nigeria proud. We are very proud of you.”
Davido, on his part, appreciated the senate president for his gesture while stating that his aim is to help the society.
The Afrobeat singer also announced that another album of his, which will be his fifth one will be released in June or July.
Davido said “As for me, I am doing my part. I have a Foundation. Every year, I share N300 million, N400 million to orphanages. Just doing my own part to assist the society. We have new album coming out June or July. I just thank you for everything you have been doing for us.”
