Popular Nigerian OAP, Oladotun Ojuolape Kayode, better known as Do2dtun, has called for the boycott of South African singer Tyla’s scheduled concert in Lagos. His call comes amidst renewed Xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African Nationals.
Tyla recently released schedules for her World Tour, which includes a Lagos performance on Nigerian singer Dotun has joined the growing conversation surrounding South African artiste Tyla’s upcoming concert in Nigeria, urging Nigerians to boycott the event due to recent incidents involving Nigerians in South Africa.
The 24-year-old singer expressed his displeasure over the situation, stating that Nigerians who choose to attend the concert despite the circumstances would be going against the interests of their fellow citizens.
Sharing his opinion, Dotun described anyone who attends the show as “bastards,” aligning himself with some Nigerians who have called for a boycott of the December 22 concert. He also shared a post highlighting his stance on the ongoing controversy.
His words…
“If you stand for anything or not, good for you but if you go for that Tyla’s show then you are a bastard.”
“Hello @Tyllaaaaaaa you are an amazing musician with a great personality. I believe. Your stance projects the essence of breaking uncommon grounds no matter where you are from or your color. I am pretty sure you wouldn’t have loved it if people in countries you go to dont want you there or punish you for the sins of others. We can agree or disagree on so many things but one thing we both have to agree is that our positions in this space also enables us to take charge of social issues that directly affect our identities without bias.
If your people demand for boundaries, we will obey it, however we also have the right to our boundaries which i feel if you read the room, you would know this isnt the right time. It shows lack of empathy, it’s taunting and lacks emotional intelligence to want to host an event here. You are welcome but not welcome because if whatever you stand for doesn’t align with our pain or come with the best intention for country then just please let us heal in peace. It’s not an appeal to think through or over think, it’s just common sense.
The truth is anything other than speaking about the Xenophobic atrocities is not welcomed ; as much as we respect it, you are not welcome here. It’s not a threat; it’s an appeal. We only align with respecting people who respect other Africans. No voice means agreement. If you are in agreement with what your country did; it’s fair but let us heal. The lives of every African matters. Please you are welcome but not welcome.