Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced his withdrawal from his much-anticipated concert at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which was initially scheduled for July 3. The singer cited unresolved issues surrounding the event’s planning and execution as the reason for his decision.In a statement posted on his Instagram story on Saturday, Davido explained that despite impressive ticket sales and overwhelming fan support, significant misalignments with the event organisers made it impossible for him to proceed.
“Over the past few weeks, I have extended my full support and professionalism to The Necto Future Group, promoters of @iconicpresents, with the sincere intention of delivering a performance that meets the high standards my fans deserve,” he wrote. “Despite strong fan support and impressive ticket sales, there have been major misalignments regarding the event’s execution, particularly concerning key elements required to uphold the integrity and quality of my performance.”
He emphasized that the choice to pull out was difficult but necessary.“Unfortunately, these issues remain unresolved. As a result, I regret to inform you that I will no longer be performing at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on July 3. Please note, the show still holds, but without Davido,” he stated.
Davido reassured fans that the cancellation was not due to a lack of support but rather a matter of principle.“This decision is not a reflection of turnout or support; it is a matter of principle and respect for my craft, my fans, and the culture I represent,” he added.
He also confirmed that all other performances in his summer tour will go on as planned. “London, I’ll see you guys soon, I promise! The rest of the shows this summer are still happening. 5ive is still alive! See you guys in Germany, Portugal, Belgium, Canada and the US! Africa must be respected,” Davido concluded.
Source: https://punchng.com/
