Do2dtun Criticizes Whitemoney Over Tribal Remarks at 17th Headies Awards
Popular On-Air Personality Oladotun Ojuolape Kayode, better known as Do2dtun, has slammed reality star Whitemoney for making tribal comments during the 17th Headies Awards ceremony held at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos on Sunday.
While accepting the Afrobeats Single of the Year award on behalf of singer Flavour, Whitemoney made a statement that drew controversy, saying he was on stage “on the accord of the Igbos.” His remarks sparked criticism, with many accusing him of promoting tribalism by narrowing Flavour’s fanbase to the Igbo community.
Do2dtun joined in the backlash, expressing his disapproval of Whitemoney’s statement. In a post on his X handle, he called the comment “so unnecessary,” emphasizing that the award won by Flavour was for all Afrobeats fans, regardless of their tribe. He wrote, “‘On behalf of the Igbos.’ I am sorry, that was so unnecessary. It didn’t need that type of narrative. It’s an award won by an African, for Afrobeat, and a Nigerian. #headies2025.”
The controversy over the remarks has sparked a larger conversation about the role of tribal sentiment in the music industry, especially at high-profile events like the Headies.
