In a move that has stirred controversy and raised eyebrows, Nigerian singer Dammy Krane has announced his upcoming album titled ‘5ive’, the same name as Davido’s highly anticipated project. To add fuel to the fire, Dammy Krane also picked April 18 as his album release date, which coincides with that of the four-time Grammy nominee, Davido.
While this curious choice might seem coincidental, fans familiar with the long-standing feud between the two artists are not surprised. Dammy Krane and Davido were once friends, sharing collaborations and mutual support. However, things took a bitter turn after Dammy Krane accused Davido of owing him royalties from their joint projects. Since then, he has continuously launched attacks at the hitmaker on social media, going as far as accusing him of having a hand in the deaths of close associates.
These accusations landed Dammy Krane in trouble with law enforcement, leading to his arrest by the Nigerian police in 2024. He was later released after publicly apologizing and retracting the false allegations.
Despite the public apology, Dammy Krane has continued to jab at Davido online. In response, Davido has branded him an “ungrateful person,” claiming he gave Dammy Krane three free verses in a bid to boost his career.
While Davido has explained the personal significance behind his album title ‘5ive’, Dammy Krane’s version seems more like a calculated move to stay in the spotlight and capitalize on Davido’s massive following. By aligning both the album name and release date, Dammy Krane may be attempting to attract curious listeners who are searching for Davido’s album, possibly hoping to ride the wave of hype.
This latest move adds another layer of drama to their already messy saga.
