Iyanya Reacts to Claims of Davido Abandoning Tekno After Benefiting from His Hit Song

Nigerian singer Iyanya has weighed in on a viral claim involving two major figures in the Nigerian music industry, Davido and Tekno. The drama unfolded after a tweet by a user named Oba (@obaoriade), who suggested that Davido had not reciprocated the favor Tekno did for him early in his career.

The tweet accused Davido of benefiting from Tekno’s gesture in the past but abandoning him when Tekno was going through tough times. According to Oba, Tekno gave Davido a fully recorded hit song when the artist was struggling, which helped to elevate Davido’s career. However, the netizen claimed that when Tekno later faced personal challenges, including undergoing throat surgery, and reached out to Davido for a feature on his album, he was ignored.

The post stated, “One artist told the world in an interview he didn’t have a hit for a while and Tekno came through for him, gave him a full recorded song and assured him it’s a hit. Years later, after going through a lot himself, including throat surgery, Tekno openly reached out to the same artist tweeting at him that he’ll like to be part of his then ‘forthcoming album.’ Not only was he ignored, he didn’t even come any close to the album.”

The netizen expressed disappointment, remarking that in the Nigerian music industry, one good turn does not always deserve another.

Iyanya, who has close ties to both Davido and Tekno, quickly reacted to the tweet. The singer, known for his hit song “Mr. Oreo,” advised Oba to be cautious about commenting on matters he wasn’t fully aware of. He wrote, “Don’t tweet what you don’t know.” This comment sparked a wide range of reactions from fans on social media, with many agreeing with Iyanya’s stance, while others expressed their opinions about the situation.

Some fans defended Davido, citing his generosity, while others questioned whether Tekno’s claims were justified, suggesting that royalties from past collaborations should have sufficed. On the other hand, a few criticized the Nigerian music industry’s culture of neglecting each other once they rise to fame.

This online exchange has sparked a broader conversation about the complexities of relationships in the music industry, where loyalty and mutual support can often be clouded by competition and egos. As the conversation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether further details will emerge regarding the relationship between these high-profile artists.