Afrobeat Star Davido Fires Back at DJ Tunez Over “Slovido” Remark, Gives Him New Nickname

 

Musical Entertainer Davido Responds To

 

The singer’s response to the DJ’s online jab sparks fresh debate among fans, with Davido supporters defending their star while others accuse him of taking social-media banter too seriously.

 

 

Nigerian Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has sparked another wave of reactions online after responding to popular disc jockey, DJ Tunez, following a remark in which the singer was referred to as “Slovido.”

What appeared to be another episode of social-media banter quickly attracted the attention of music lovers, particularly because of DJ Tunez’s well-known association with singer Wizkid and the long-running rivalry between Wizkid and Davido.

Davido did not ignore the remark. Instead, he fired back at DJ Tunez, giving the DJ a new nickname and making a reference to an “XXL diaper.”

The exchange has since divided social-media users, with some praising Davido’s response, others criticising him for engaging with the comment, and many DJ Tunez supporters insisting that the DJ was merely having fun.

 

How It All Started

The latest drama developed from the growing use of the name “Slovido” on social media.

The nickname has been used by some internet users in conversations about Davido, with supporters and critics attaching different meanings to it. While some users have treated it as a joke, others have used it as a way of mocking the singer.

As the name continued to circulate, DJ Tunez became part of the conversation after using the “Slovido” reference in relation to Davido.

That seemingly simple remark changed the direction of the conversation.

Rather than allowing the comment to pass, Davido responded directly to the DJ.

 

Davido Gives DJ Tunez a New Name

Davido’s response quickly became one of the most discussed aspects of the exchange.

The singer turned the joke around on DJ Tunez, giving him a new nickname while also bringing an “XXL diaper” into his response.

The remark generated laughter among some of Davido’s followers, while others saw it as a strong comeback aimed at putting the DJ in his place.

However, because the exchange happened publicly, it did not remain between the two entertainers.

Fans from both sides quickly entered the conversation.

The complete wording of Davido’s response should be quoted directly from the original post or screenshot to preserve the singer’s exact words and avoid altering his statement.

 

Why DJ Tunez’s Comment Matters

At first glance, the incident may appear to be nothing more than two entertainers exchanging jokes online.

But there is a deeper reason why it attracted so much attention.

DJ Tunez is closely associated with Wizkid, one of Davido’s biggest rivals in the Nigerian music industry. Over the years, the rivalry between the two Afrobeats giants has grown beyond music and has developed into a powerful fan-driven culture online.

As a result, anything said by people closely connected to either artist is often examined through the lens of that rivalry.

DJ Tunez’s comment therefore attracted more attention than it might have received from an ordinary social-media user.

 

Davido and DJ Tunez Have Not Always Been At Odds

Interestingly, the latest exchange comes against the background of a more friendly public relationship between Davido and DJ Tunez.

In March 2026, the two entertainers were seen greeting and embracing publicly. The moment generated discussion because of DJ Tunez’s close relationship with Wizkid and the historical tension between the Wizkid and Davido camps.

Many fans interpreted the embrace as evidence that the relationship between individual artistes and industry personalities can be different from the rivalry created by their fan bases.

That earlier interaction makes the latest social-media exchange particularly interesting.

It shows how quickly the mood between entertainers can change online or, alternatively, how fans can turn playful banter into something much bigger than the people involved may have intended.

 

Davido Fans Rally Behind Their Star

Following Davido’s response, many of his fans came out in his defence.

Some argued that DJ Tunez should not have referred to the singer as “Slovido” if he was not prepared to receive a response.

Others praised Davido for answering the DJ with humour rather than remaining silent.

For some supporters, the incident was simply another example of Davido refusing to allow people to disrespect him publicly.

Some fans also used the opportunity to fire back at DJ Tunez, questioning why he had decided to involve himself in a conversation about Davido in the first place.

The reaction from the Davido camp was therefore not limited to defending the singer; some supporters went directly after DJ Tunez.

 

Fans Fire Back at DJ Tunez

Davido’s supporters took the exchange further by reminding DJ Tunez of his connection to Wizkid.

Some argued that the DJ’s involvement was influenced by the rivalry between the two Afrobeats stars.

Others told him to concentrate on his own career rather than participating in conversations surrounding Davido.

There were also fans who pointed to the previous friendly moment between Davido and DJ Tunez, arguing that the DJ’s latest comment was unnecessary given that the two had previously been seen on good terms.

For these fans, the bigger question was not whether Davido could respond, but why the “Slovido” comment was made in the first place.

 

Others Say Davido Overreacted

Not everyone agreed with Davido’s approach.

Some social-media users criticised the singer for responding to what they considered harmless entertainment-industry banter.

They argued that Davido is too established a star to be bothered by every nickname or provocative comment that appears online.

According to this group, responding only gives such comments more publicity.

Some critics also pointed out that celebrity social-media arguments can easily become exaggerated when fans from both sides become involved.

A comment that might have been forgotten within minutes can suddenly become a major entertainment story once the celebrity responds.

 

DJ Tunez Also Gets His Own Supporters

While Davido’s supporters dominated some sections of the conversation, DJ Tunez also received strong backing.

His supporters argued that the DJ was simply participating in social-media banter and did not make a serious attack against Davido.

Some maintained that entertainers should be able to joke with one another without every exchange being interpreted as a major feud.

Others criticised Davido’s response, saying the singer could have laughed off the “Slovido” comment rather than escalating the situation.

For DJ Tunez’s supporters, the incident was another example of fans turning ordinary celebrity interactions into a battle between rival camps.

 

The Wizkid To Davido Factor

Perhaps the biggest reason the controversy has gained momentum is the long-standing Wizkid-Davido rivalry.

The two singers have remained at the centre of one of Africa’s most famous music rivalries for more than a decade.

Although both artists have achieved enormous success independently and have occasionally shown signs of mutual respect, their fan bases continue to compare them.

That rivalry has created two powerful online communities.

Whenever someone associated with one artist makes a comment about the other, fans often interpret it as a statement on behalf of the entire camp.

DJ Tunez’s close association with Wizkid therefore adds another layer to the current situation.

 

A Small Comment Becomes a Bigger Story

The Davido-DJ Tunez exchange also says something about the influence of social media on Nigeria’s entertainment industry.

Celebrity conversations no longer need television interviews, radio programmes or press conferences before they become news.

A single sentence on social media can generate thousands of reactions.

Fans can screenshot it, repost it, create memes around it and debate it for hours.

The people involved may have moved on, but the internet continues the argument.

That appears to be what happened with the “Slovido” controversy.

 

The Real Issue May Be the Fans

While Davido and DJ Tunez are the names attached to the controversy, much of the intensity surrounding the issue has come from their supporters.

Davido fans see an attack on their favourite artist and immediately respond.

DJ Tunez supporters see criticism of their favourite DJ and defend him.

Wizkid supporters may interpret the situation through their own rivalry with Davido fans.

The result is a cycle in which a relatively short exchange between two entertainers becomes a much larger confrontation involving thousands of people.

In that sense, the incident is not only about a nickname. It is also about how deeply music fans identify with the artists they support.

 

What the Exchange Reveals About Nigerian Celebrity Culture

Celebrity banter has always existed in the Nigerian entertainment industry, but social media has changed its speed and reach.

Today, artists can respond directly to one another without going through journalists or publicists.

That freedom can make interactions more spontaneous and entertaining.

At the same time, it can also make misunderstandings worse.

Words written online do not carry facial expressions or tone of voice. A statement intended as a joke can therefore be interpreted as an insult, especially when thousands of loyal fans are watching.The Davido-DJ Tunez episode is a clear example of how quickly that can happen.

 

Furthermore, the “Slovido” controversy involving Davido and DJ Tunez may have started as a simple social-media exchange, but it has grown into another major talking point among Afrobeats fans.

Davido’s supporters believe the singer had every right to respond after being called “Slovido.” DJ Tunez’s supporters, however, see the situation differently, arguing that the DJ was simply engaging in banter and that Davido’s reaction was excessive.

Meanwhile, critics of both sides have urged fans to stop turning every celebrity interaction into another chapter of the Wizkid-Davido rivalry.

Interestingly, Davido and DJ Tunez have previously been seen sharing a friendly public moment, showing that relationships within the music industry are often more complicated than the battles created by fan bases online.

For now, the “Slovido” exchange remains another reminder of the power of social media in Nigerian entertainment: a few words can become a headline, a joke can become a controversy, and a celebrity reply can send thousands of fans into another round of debate.

 

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