Zlatan faces tense moment offstage during Davido’s Ibadan 5ive Tour

Tense Moment at Davido’s ‘5ive’ Tour in Ibadan as Zlatan Faces Confrontation Backstage

What began as a night of high-energy performances at Davido’s “Nigeria 5ive” album tour on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Ibadan took an unexpected turn for rapper Zlatan Ibile.

The event, held at the 25,000-capacity Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, drew massive crowds eager to see top acts including Davido, Mayorkun, Dremo, and B-Red. However, following Zlatan’s performance, tension briefly erupted backstage when a group of unidentified individuals confronted the rapper.

According to eyewitnesses and viral video clips from the concert, the group approached Zlatan aggressively, shouting slurs and making veiled threats. Despite the provocation, the rapper maintained his composure, briefly addressing the individuals before exiting the venue without incident.

Sources at the scene confirmed that Zlatan was unarmed and calm throughout the exchange a demeanor that likely helped prevent the situation from escalating into violence.

The incident has since gone viral, sparking debates online about security lapses at major Nigerian concerts. Fans have questioned how such a confrontation could occur in a fully packed venue with visible event security.

As of this report, event organisers have not released an official statement, leaving concertgoers and industry observers seeking clarity on how security protocols are enforced during high-profile music events.

Despite the momentary tension, the Ibadan leg of Davido’s “5ive” tour remained largely successful, with stellar performances and fan energy marking another milestone in Afrobeats’ live concert culture.