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Davido Shares Shocking Encounter with Online Troll, Exposing the Dark Side of Internet Negativity
Davido recently revealed a shocking encounter with an online troll that took an unexpected turn, shedding light on the dark side of internet negativity.
In a candid interview, the Nigerian music icon shared a startling experience where he became the target of relentless trolling, allegedly orchestrated by rivals linked to Wizkid and Burna Boy.
As he prepares for the release of his highly anticipated fifth studio album, 5IVE, Davido opened up about the toll online attacks have taken on him. He even mentioned that global superstars like Nicki Minaj and Victoria Monét had reached out, concerned about the harassment he’s faced.
One particular incident stood out. While live on social media, Davido was bombarded with harsh comments from a troll, who seemed to be attacking him on behalf of his competitors.
Determined to track down the person responsible, Davido revealed he paid $5,000 to locate the individual. To his surprise, when the troll was found, he didn’t continue the attacks but instead apologized, admitting that trolling was his job and that he had been paid to target Davido.
The revelation left the interview hosts in disbelief, highlighting just how far some individuals will go to spread negativity and try to tear down successful figures.
The story quickly sparked an online debate, with fans and social media users discussing the harmful effects of trolling and the impact it has on artists.
Video: “I paid $5,000 to identify a twitter troll. I met him, he started begging. Saying, he insults me daily because it pays his bills.”
— Davido on Wizkid and Burna Boy fans.pic.twitter.com/M9Ele4Khsb
— Trending Explained (@TrendingEx) April 9, 2025