It has been over three days since the 2026 Grammy Awards, but reactions to the outcome of the "Best African Music Performance" category continue to ripple across Nigeria.
The announcement that Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, lost the award to South African singer Tyla came as a shock to many Nigerians, triggering widespread debate online. Tyla clinched the category with her song "Push 2 Start", a result that immediately set social media abuzz.
Many Nigerians expressed disappointment, accusing Grammy organisers of politicising the award and questioning the integrity and fairness of the judging process. Others, however, congratulated Tyla, arguing that she met the criteria for the win and deserved the recognition.
Despite the controversy, Davido was widely praised for accepting the loss with grace. Fans, colleagues, friends, and family members took to social media to commend his resilience, consistency, and calm response, noting that his global influence and contribution to Afrobeats remain undeniable.
See some reactions below
Davido's uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, took to his X page congratulate the singer, noting that he's always proud of him. The Governor shared a photo of the singer and his wife, Chioma Adeleke.
Proud of you always @davido ❤️ pic.twitter.com/QHnS8NVUfk
— Gov Ademola Adeleke (@AAdeleke_01) February 2, 2026
Davido's elder brother, Adewale Adeleke, also congratulated his brother
Living legend!🤞🏾🙏🏾 love you my broski @davido ❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/v2vAmSHEkb
— ADEWALE ADELEKE (@ChairmanHKN) February 2, 2026
See other reactions below
Grammy or No Grammy, we know Davido is the greatest of all time.
— Brain Jotter (@brainjotter__) February 2, 2026
30BG tap ❤️ if you agree. Much love #30BG pic.twitter.com/xjz0AHTEkL
Grammy or no Grammy, Davido is still the GOAT 🫡 pic.twitter.com/muLdEECFB7
— Ola⚡️ (@lifeofolaa) February 1, 2026
Yes he dey your side and my side https://t.co/mO7XB6p6yS
— GehGeh (@official_Gegeh) February 2, 2026
THE GREATEST THERE IS….
— 𝔸b𝕒𝕫𝕫 (@abazwhyllzz) February 2, 2026
THE GREATEST THERE WILL EVER BE…
LOVE YOU ALWAYS MY KING❤️🐐
DAVIDO 👑 ❤️🐐
Davido you are the biggest artist . A bunch of peeps can’t come together to tell you how great your sound is . As long as you have your biggest Fan base by your side and your beautiful family, you’ve definitely won our hearts. There’s no award bigger than that . Congratulations…
— ohiboss (@gideon_ohimai) February 2, 2026
