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By Lawrence Agbo
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, used his performance at a FIFA World Cup event to draw global attention to the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers from Oyo State, turning his appearance into a powerful advocacy moment.
During the show, Davido appeared on stage wearing a customised jacket displaying the names of the kidnapped victims alongside the message “Bring Them Home,” a gesture that immediately stood out to the international audience.
The performance of Davido at the World Cup gained traction online as images and videos circulated across social media platforms and the act was interpreted by many Nigerians and global fans as a direct appeal for the safe release of the Oyo kidnapped victims.
Davido’s statement through fashion and symbolism was widely seen as a show of solidarity with the affected families, as well as a call for urgent action to secure the release of those still held in captivity.
The moment added an emotional dimension to the World Cup festivities, with the singer leveraging one of the world’s biggest sporting stages to spotlight Nigeria’s ongoing security challenges.
Reactions online have been largely supportive, with many praising the artist for using his global platform to amplify a humanitarian message beyond entertainment.
