A viral video depicting Afrobeat artist Davido smoking weed in front of a police officer has ignited a wave of reactions online, with many expressing surprise and raising concerns about the perception that no one is above the law.
In the video, Davido is seated in his car, engaging in conversation with police officers who appear to be providing security for him.
The online community has been quick to share various perspectives on the incident:
@Babalawezzy suggests humorously, “For NDLEA to endorse Naira Marley, then who be police 👮♀️.”
@Fothree27 humorously points out the irony, stating, “Police wey Dey arrest for weed and the one wey follow Davido no be the same 😂😂.”
@Bigbenny highlights the influence of wealth, stating, “Difference be say him get money and influence but nobody no us 😂😂😂.”
@Blaqdee questions Davido’s choice of location, humorously asking, “YOU ARE RUDE! Inside Maybach? Abi ori e tiyi ni? 😂.”
@Bolarinwa suggests that the police themselves may also engage in such behavior, stating, “Tell me say police themselves no dey smoke Igbo.”
@Owenish234 expresses a perception of inequality in the enforcement of the law, asserting, “The law is for the poor, not for the rich.”
The video has sparked a broader conversation about societal perceptions of law enforcement and the influence of wealth and status on how individuals are treated in such situations.
Why is davido smoking weed in front of the Feds and they are not doing anything? pic.twitter.com/71fVIe2YIQ
— A.K.A🤡 (@kayzywizzzy) December 4, 2023
