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Davido almost throws punch at fan rushing towards him onstage at “Timeless” concert
Nigerian music superstar, Davido, had a close call during his recent “Timeless” concert as a fan rushed towards him on stage, prompting the singer to nearly throw a punch in self-defense.
The incident was caught on video and has since gone viral on social media.
In the video footage, Davido can be seen performing on stage, when a male fan suddenly breaks through the security barriers and rushes towards him.
The fan appears to be attempting to meet Davido up close, but the artiste was caught off guard and reacted defensively.
Davido was seen raising his fists and preparing to throw a punch at the approaching fan, but his bouncers quickly intervened and tackled the young man to the ground before he could reach the artiste.
The bouncers swiftly escorted the fan off the stage and ensured the safety of Davido and the rest of the performers.
The incident left many fans and concert-goers shocked and concerned about the safety of celebrities during public events.
However, Davido continued with his performance after the incident, maintaining his professionalism and entertaining the audience with his energetic performance.
An eye witness shared the video on Twitter with the caption:
“Nothing dey happen for VIP o, davido nearly punched the intruder. My 001 was on guard. Na man u be.”
Watch the video below:
Nothing dey happen for VIP o, davido nearly punched the intruder. My 001 was on guard. Na man u be @davido #TimelessConcert pic.twitter.com/gqUo8K9sAY
— Ofu ji a n’eme offload (@Omezuo1) April 24, 2023
It is not the first time Davido has faced such encounters with overzealous fans. As one of the most popular and influential musicians in Africa, Davido often attracts a large and enthusiastic fan base