Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmed has come under criticism after sharing a photo of Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla holding her Grammy Award, a post many social media users linked to his ongoing exchange with Afrobeats star Davido.
The post surfaced amid a public war of words between Ahmed and Davido over the controversy surrounding the Osun State Government and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The Bashir Ahmed Tyla post quickly attracted widespread attention on X, with many users accusing the former presidential aide of taking an indirect swipe at Davido through the image.
The development has sparked mixed reactions online, with several Nigerians criticising Ahmed over what they perceived as an unnecessary attempt to mock the award-winning singer.
Below are some of the reactions gathered from X:
@NiceGuy261077: “You should be ashamed for dragging Davido.”
@talktalkfc: “Not funny, na dis kind behavior make u get 16 votes.”
@Dude30bg: “Quote me, if Davido contest in your local government he go win. Mumu dey smell man.”
@eunsol883559: “If that’s the secret sauce, I’m ready to drown in.”
@lilmolly234: “Na now I know say you dull.
Tyla wey Nigerians no even like.
You wan con dey use am bant Davido?
Dodoyo.”
@AVIEIRO: “The same APC every one of you are standing up against is what he is supporting, but because of the hatred (that doesn’t even matter) you have for Davido will make you support him. Bunch of hypocrites!!!”
@Johnson97073341: “@BashirAhmaad why you dey do like this nah? David na suppose Grammy winner oo. Them rig the award give Tyla oo.”
BACKSTORY:
The latest controversy stems from an ongoing social media exchange between former presidential aide Bashir Ahmed and Afrobeats superstar Davido, which began after both men expressed opposing views on the political developments in Osun State, particularly the controversy involving the EFCC and the state government.
Amid the online feud, Bashir Ahmed shared a photo of South African singer Tyla holding her Grammy Award without directly mentioning Davido. However, many social media users interpreted the post as a subtle reference to the Nigerian singer, who has previously spoken publicly about his desire to win a Grammy.
The post reignited debates on X, with supporters of both figures exchanging opinions while others criticised the growing trend of dragging celebrities into political and personal disputes. The incident has further fueled discussions about the intersection of entertainment, politics, and social media in Nigeria.
