(DDM) – Ossai Ovie Success, a media aide to Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has criticized Afrobeats superstar Davido over his choice of slippers at a high-profile wedding in Warri.
Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) gathered that Davido attended the September 13 wedding of billionaire businessman Michael Edematie-Ikuku’s daughter, Tosan, in Warri, where his appearance sparked mixed reactions.
The event was a glamorous gathering that attracted top entertainers and celebrities including comedy duo Aki and Pawpaw, singer Simi, comedian Bovi, and ace entertainer Gordons.
Davido, who was among the star attractions, thrilled the audience with his presence but also triggered controversy over his footwear.
Ossai, in a Facebook post, described Davido’s slippers as a sign of pride and disrespect, arguing that such casual dressing was out of place at an elite social occasion.
He claimed that celebrities had a responsibility to dress appropriately when attending cultural and high-society events that reflect the dignity of the hosts and their families.
Online reactions split Nigerians
The comments immediately sparked heated debate online.
Supporters of Davido argued that his superstar status allowed him freedom of personal style and that his influence overshadowed any dress code concerns.
Others agreed with Ossai, insisting that public figures should maintain decorum and cultural sensitivity when attending high-profile occasions in Nigeria’s social space.
Many observers noted that fashion choices by celebrities often become flashpoints in Nigeria, where traditional norms sometimes clash with global celebrity culture.
Davido and Nigerian high society
Davido, one of Africa’s most celebrated Afrobeats artists, has long been at the center of public scrutiny over his lifestyle, fashion, and conduct.
The singer, who comes from a wealthy background himself, is known for his flamboyance and bold style choices, which have occasionally clashed with conservative expectations.
His decision to wear slippers at the Warri wedding may have been intended as a statement of comfort or signature style, but it has now reignited old debates about celebrity influence in Nigeria.
The Warri wedding spectacle
The Edematie-Ikuku wedding was widely described as one of Warri’s biggest high-society events in 2025.
The billionaire’s daughter’s marriage brought together politicians, business moguls, and A-list entertainers in a lavish ceremony that showcased wealth and cultural pride.
For many, Davido’s presence was a highlight, symbolizing the fusion of entertainment power and traditional high-class celebrations.
But Ossai’s remarks have now shifted the spotlight from the glamour of the wedding to a controversy over fashion etiquette.
Larger debate about celebrity conduct
Analysts say the incident reflects a broader cultural conversation in Nigeria: how celebrities, as influencers of youth and society, navigate expectations of tradition, class, and public image.
Critics argue that while stars often challenge norms through fashion, they must also show respect when representing themselves in formal cultural spaces.
Supporters counter that Nigeria’s obsession with celebrity conduct distracts from bigger national issues, and that policing fashion choices only fuels unnecessary drama.
What next?
Davido has not responded publicly to the criticism at the time of this report.
However, the online uproar ensures that the debate around his slippers will linger for weeks, adding to the long list of controversies that regularly follow his career.
For Ossai, his comments reflect a consistent pattern of holding celebrities accountable to what he describes as “standards of respect” in Nigerian society.
For Davido, it is another reminder of the scrutiny that comes with being one of Africa’s most visible music icons.
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