A viral video of singer Davido and celebrity barman Cubana Chief Priest meeting with Nollywood legends Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki) and Osita Iheme (Paw Paw) at a high-profile wedding has sparked online debate over respect and cultural values.
The event, held over the weekend, attracted prominent figures across entertainment and business. Footage shared on Cubana Chief Priest’s Instagram page showed Osita Iheme exchanging handshakes with Davido, Cubana, and their entourage. Another clip captured Chinedu Ikedieze warmly greeting the duo while they remained seated.
Mixed Reactions Over “Respect”
While the videos celebrated the rare moment of music and Nollywood icons in one frame, some Nigerians felt Davido and Cubana Chief Priest fell short of cultural expectations. They argued that the socialites should have stood up to properly acknowledge Aki and Paw Paw, given their legendary contributions to Nollywood.
Critics described their seated gestures as a sign of casualness that downplayed the actors’ status. Others, however, dismissed the uproar, insisting it was nothing more than a fun celebrity moment.
Social Media Buzz
Reactions from netizens reflected the divide:
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@AnnieMoses01: “Why are Davido and CP sitting to greet a legend? Prostrate joor.”
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@OladejiEmm12648: “See how Davido is greeting Pawpaw 😏.”
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@StanLeVeN222: “I just dey look all of una. So nobody dey see Pawpaw’s aura different from Aki’s own abi?”
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@mayor_xox: “Na all-star vibes be this oo! 😭✨ Aki & Pawpaw, Cubana Chief Priest, and Davido in one scene? Somebody pinch me.”
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@AlphaMaxiii: “Cubana and Davido suppose bend down greet these guys, dem be legend.”
Celebrity Culture and Respect Debates
The viral moment has reignited conversations about how younger celebrities interact with Nollywood veterans. For many, Aki and Paw Paw are more than entertainers—they represent an era of comedy that shaped Nigeria’s film culture.
Whether seen as a breach of etiquette or simply a lighthearted exchange, the incident underscores how Nigerians continue to place high cultural value on respect, especially when it comes to icons who paved the way in the entertainment industry.
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