What was meant to be a celebration of football became a powerful moment of advocacy when Afrobeats superstar Davido stepped onto the stage wearing a message that many Nigerians could not ignore.

According to Daily Post, former presidential candidate Peter Obi has praised the singer for using his appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup countdown concert to draw international attention to Nigeria’s ongoing security crisis.

During his performance, Davido wore a customized leather jacket featuring the names of pupils and teachers who were recently abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. On the back of the jacket was a bold message: “BRING THEM HOME.”

The gesture quickly caught the attention of fans both at the event and online. While the concert was designed to build excitement ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Davido used the platform to highlight an issue that continues to affect communities across Nigeria.

Peter Obi described the move as an act that went beyond entertainment. In a statement shared on his official X account, he commended the singer for using his global reach to keep attention on the plight of the kidnapped victims and the wider security challenges facing the country.

The intersection of music and activism is not new, but moments like this show how artists continue to influence conversations far beyond the stage. With millions of followers around the world, Davido’s decision to spotlight the names of abducted schoolchildren ensured that the issue reached audiences who may otherwise never have heard about the case.

As Nigeria continues to grapple with insecurity and recurring abductions, Davido’s World Cup appearance demonstrated how cultural figures can use international platforms to amplify urgent national concerns. The performance may have entertained the crowd, but its message carried far greater weight.