Davido Triggers Backlash after Bragging about Chioma’s Wedding Hairstyle: "Nothing New"
- Davido married his longtime lover, Chioma, in a star-studded wedding held at an exclusive venue in the United States
- The singer’s comments after the wedding have stirred reactions online, with his recent remarks about Chioma’s haircut drawing even more attention
- Netizens challenged his claim that Chioma’s hairstyle went viral, with some even naming other celebrities who had rocked the look in the past
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Popular Nigerian singer Davido has faced backlash following his comments about his wife Chioma Avril Rowland’s appearance at their recent lavish wedding.
Source: Instagram
Since the wedding, the singer has been trending on social media, largely due to his remarks about his wife’s look, which have divided netizens.
What did Davido say about Chioma's appearance?
During their Miami, Florida wedding, Chioma stunned guests with a short pixie cut, a departure from her usual hairstyles featuring braids or occasional long, flowy wigs.
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Davido proudly celebrated her new look, claiming it had set a fresh trend.
The singer shared a short, boastful message on social media, saying:
"Pixie cut everywhere," accompanied by a laughing emoji.
While Davido’s post seemed playful and intended to praise Chioma, social media users had varied opinions.
Many argued that Chioma is not the first celebrity to sport a pixie cut, pointing out stars like Ayrra Starr and Tiwa Savage who had previously rocked similar styles.
Some netizens responded with memes and jokes, poking fun at Davido’s claim that the hairstyle had suddenly gone everywhere thanks to his wife's influence.
However, not all reactions were negative.
Some defended Davido, labelling Chioma a trendsetter and applauding her bold look.
See the post below:
Social media reactions
Here are some of the comments from fans and critics:
Oledo Gold:
"I don't even like razor cut, it fits Chioma, but you hardly see a girl whose razor cut doesn't fit. Issa lie a beg."
Amaka Blessing:
"Davido let the poor breathe, don't suffocate us, nothing new under the sun."
Grace Ogonna-Okechukwu:
"He didn't say that it was not in existence. His point is that the Pixie Cut hair style started being popular after his wife wore it during their wedding. And any truthful person will agree with David. The Internet has been flooded with the picture of that cut after Chioma rocked it."
@Magatsheni90722:
That is a lie … we’ve been rocking it with our own natural hair, don’t give yourself too much credit."
@SaneraGermaine:
"The Pixie Cut was first pushed by Finefitness including the idea for Chioma’s gown so thats a lie."
@mabdavies:
"It looks like them hair our OG mom’s rock in the 90’s but Chioma revived it and it’s now the most sought for hence the trend Chioma hair."
@TheDamiForeign:
"Wetin be pixie cut abeg?"
@it_Rutie:
"But I don’t like the hairstyle, not everyone can pull it off."
@alaye_ng:
"It’s not everywhere boss, gaslighting your wife, better stop."
@stephdreals:
"Chioma introduced hair of the year for them ladies to boast."
@Gboye_Rave:
"Hilarious It’s now called Chioma Hair."
Source: Instagram
What did pastor advise Davido at his wedding?
A video from the wedding ceremony went viral, capturing a funny moment when the officiating preacher offered Davido some advice as he began his married life.
The man of God acknowledged the singer’s celebrity status and his popularity with women, reminding him to remain committed to his new bride.
He suggested that Davido use his hit song Unavailable as a playful way to tell women who pursue him that he is off the market.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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