Davido Was Robbed - Nigerians Outraged At Davido's Loss To Tyla At 2026 Grammys

 

Social media erupted with outrage from Nigerian music fans after Afrobeats superstar Davido lost the Best African Music Performance award at the 68th Grammy Awards to South African singer Tyla, whose hit single Push 2 Start claimed the prestigious accolade.

The defeat marks the second consecutive year Davido has been outshone by Tyla at the Grammys, despite his high-profile campaign and relentless efforts to secure the award.

Many Nigerians expressed disappointment over what they perceive as a snub. Twitter user @_AsiwajuLerry slammed the Recording Academy, saying:

“Grammy has robbed Davido for Tyla again. That award show has officially lost its credibility in front of Nigerians. Never again…”

Cubana Chiefpriest offered words of encouragement to the singer, tweeting:

“Oyibo dey do everything possible to break a strong man so he can do their demonic sht with them but he will never do it. Heads up brother, open the bag & drop another hot one for us. E no dey finish, gbedu na Water…”

Other netizens highlighted Davido’s tireless efforts to win the award. @itzbasito wrote:

“Nothing Davido didn’t do to win a Grammy, he joined the Recording Academy, attended all the parties, got there early, arranged chairs, invited all his friends and family, even called Paso to perform, and still lost to Tyla.”

Even fellow Nigerian artists weighed in on the debate. @Olamide0fficial urged calm, adding:

“I know emotions are high but what we will not do is act like Tyla’s ‘Push 2 Start’ is not also a big song. Everyone in that Grammy category deserved it but the best won.”

@Khanstillday voiced the sentiment of many fans:

“They gave it to Tyla AGAIN… for ‘Push 2 Start.’ She wasn’t even there to collect it lol. Davido & Omah Lay’s ‘With You’ is a better song and everyone knows it! Davido deserves his flowers, man has worked so hard! Nepotism over rewarding hard work and talent. DAVIDO WAS ROBBED!!”

The strong reactions reflect the high expectations Nigerians place on their homegrown stars on the global stage, particularly at an awards show of such international prestige.