Afrobeats superstar Davido and nightlife mogul Cubana Chief Priest paid a courtesy visit to Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Friday, days after meeting Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Their conversation focused on the power of music as a tool for national unity and youth empowerment.
- Speaker Abbas described the meeting as “warm and engaging.”
- Davido spoke about his new project as a cultural celebration and generational voice.
- Abbas praised him for using his influence to promote Nigerian heritage and youth progress.
- The visit reinforces the growing synergy between Nigeria’s creative scene and governance.
In an era where the lines between culture and politics are blurring, this meeting signals a fresh embrace of soft power in national development. Davido’s rising global influence and advocacy for youth-driven change continue to earn him attention not just from fans but from Nigeria’s top political figures.
As Nigeria’s creative industries surge globally, such engagements hint at broader institutional support. The House Speaker’s endorsement of the arts underscores a renewed appreciation of music, not just as entertainment, but as a vehicle for nation-building.
