Celebrity bartender and Davido’s close friend, Cubana Chiefpriest, has addressed the rumors surrounding the massive sum allegedly paid to the Nigerian star for his recent performance at an Indian wedding.
Reports suggest that Davido was paid approximately $10 million (around ₦17 billion) for his performance at the wedding of Indian media mogul Alkesh Thavrani and his fiancée, Sheetal Mazda.
While the exact amount remains unconfirmed, the speculation has generated significant buzz.
On Instagram, Cubana Chiefpriest shared his excitement, joking about how they would celebrate the windfall during the festive season.
He posted a picture with Davido and captioned it, “Me Showing Baddest All The People Wey No Go Follow Us Chop Inside Our 10 Meter This Xmas.”
The rumored payment follows similar reports about Rema, who allegedly earned ₦4.5 billion for his performance at another wedding in India, further fueling the interest.
Reactions from netizens have been varied, with some expressing awe, like @iam_demeek, who wondered, “Money na what again?”
Others, like @uncleradiokiller, humorously noted the use of the word “OUR,” highlighting the friendship between the two.
Meanwhile, @don_muller_14 emphasized Davido’s deserving success, adding, “Davido deserved to be loved.”
Though the actual payment remains unclear, the speculation continues to capture the attention of the Nigerian entertainment scene.