Fast-rising Nigerian singer Morravey has ignited a fierce online debate after her performance at Davido's 5Alive tour in Abuja on December 16, 2025. The artist, who is signed to Davido's DMW record label, faced significant backlash over her choice of stage attire, with many social media users deeming it overly revealing and inappropriate for the high-profile event.
Performance Attire Sparks Divided Reactions
Videos from the concert, which quickly went viral, showed Morravey delivering an energetic performance. However, her ensemble became the focal point of discussion. While a section of her fans applauded her confidence and stage presence, a larger wave of criticism flooded social media platforms. Users argued that her outfit was unnecessarily exposed and detracted from her musical performance at the concert, which featured several top Nigerian artists and drew a massive crowd.
The criticism highlighted a double standard often faced by female performers. As one user, @iwi_nosa, pointed out online: "It's crazy how the men cover up so well during performance but the ladies, hmmmmmmmmm ?" This sentiment echoed the ongoing conversation about the intense scrutiny female artists endure regarding their clothing, compared to their male counterparts.
Social Media Erupts with Opinions
The online reaction was swift and polarised. Some comments focused on the styling, with user @koffebird suggesting, "So there’s this undies hose that mimics the look of bare skin, her stylist should take note." Others made comparisons to other artists, like @undefeated_2nd who wrote, "She wants to be like aryra starr so bad... aunty go do body scrub first abeg." Another user, @daneygramm, questioned the role of her management team, asking if they had approved the dress before she took the stage.
Amidst the criticism, some voices called for restraint, with @ima_d_filmgirl noting, "To us that have a lot to say but choose to saying nothing, the peace of the Lord be with you." The incident has undoubtedly placed Morravey, a relatively new signee to DMW, at the centre of a widespread public discourse.
Morravey's Journey from Medicine to Music
This controversy comes as Morravey continues to build her career in music. In a recent interview with City FM, the singer revealed her unconventional path to stardom. She was formerly a student of Medicine and Surgery at Rivers State University and was about to begin her 300-level session when she decided to quit.
According to Morravey, her pivotal moment came in January 2023 during a church program where she prayed for direction, having lost interest in her academic pursuit to focus fully on music. Her leap of faith led to her being discovered and signed by Davido, who recently also unveiled her debut EP, titled 'Ravi', in November 2025.
The backlash from the Abuja concert underscores the intense pressure and public judgment that often accompany the spotlight, particularly for young female artists navigating Nigeria's vibrant but often critical entertainment landscape.
