A Nigerian social media commentator has sparked a heated online debate after publicly criticizing Afrobeat superstar Davido for his recent surprise appearance on a Twitch livestream hosted by comedian and content creator Carter Efe.
The Controversial Critique
The incident occurred on December 17, 2025, when Davido joined Carter Efe's broadcast, a move that delighted many fans but drew sharp criticism from one particular viewer. In a viral video clip shared on X (formerly Twitter), the unidentified woman expressed strong disapproval, stating that such an appearance was beneath Davido's status as a global music icon.
She questioned the singer's motives, describing the act as "attention-seeking" and suggested he frequently places himself in situations to curry public favour. "Davido does too much sometimes. You need to give yourself that level and respect," she argued, directly challenging the rationale behind the collaboration. She further probed Carter Efe's relevance, asking, "Who is Carter Efe? Why are you showing up for him?"
A Comparison with Wizkid and Fan Reactions
The critic took her analysis a step further by drawing a direct comparison between Davido's approach to public engagement and that of his fellow superstar, Wizkid. She implied that Davido's appearance was a calculated response to recent online discourse where Carter Efe had called out Wizkid for not offering him support.
"Is it because Carter Efe called out Wizkid the other day, so you want to go out so that you can be in the good book of everybody," she speculated. In contrast, she praised Wizkid's more reserved public persona, stating it commanded greater respect and embodied the image of a true global star. "That’s why I respect Wizkid. You’re a star, respect yourself," she concluded, reigniting the long-standing rivalry between fans of the two artists.
However, her comments were met with significant pushback from other social media users. Many defended Davido's actions as a sign of humility and generosity. User @g_winny87 wrote, "Imagine thinking 'levels' means treating people like they don't exist. That isn't Class; that is Pride. Davido is rich enough to buy the building but humble enough to shake hands with the gateman."
Another user, @somkenec, highlighted Davido's background: "That's the fundamental difference in personalities. Davido doesn't use level or class the way Nigeria does. He came from Money. He deffo doesn't need packaging like a lot of the industry does." The consensus among many respondents was that the critic's viewpoint was overly classist and missed the point of Davido's supportive nature.
The Context of the Livestream
The controversial Twitch session was historically significant, breaking records with over 80,000 concurrent viewers. During the stream, Davido's generosity was on full display when he personally secured a Martell endorsement deal for Carter Efe via a phone call. This act of support even prompted notable praise from Xxsive, a musician and self-proclaimed Wizkid fan, who subsequently declared Davido the biggest artist in Africa.
The event underscored Carter Efe's rising influence, as he has recently emerged as Africa's most-followed streamer on the Twitch platform, surpassing other creators like Shank Comics. Davido's decision to appear on the stream was seen by his supporters as a powerful boost for a fellow entertainer, solidifying his reputation for lifting others up within the industry.
