Chivido2025: Iyanya Names Those Allegedly Behind Ubi Franklin’s ‘Stolen Watch’ Allegations
- Luxury watch theft rumours made rounds after Davido’s lavish Miami wedding, with Ubi Franklin at the centre of the drama
- His friend, Iyanya, defended him, making bold claims about who is allegedly fuelling the story and why
- According to him, the jeweller involved reportedly clears the air, but the online chatter refuses to die down
Afrobeats star Davido’s Miami wedding was meant to be all about love, glamour.
However, just days after the celebration, whispers of scandal swept through social media, with popular talent manager, Ubi Franklin, accused of stealing a luxury wristwatch at the event.
But Franklin quickly broke his silence, calling the claims a calculated attempt to smear his name.
In a statement, he explained that the watch’s owner, luxury dealer Benny, had already come out earlier in the day to debunk the theft rumours.
Source: Instagram
According to Franklin, the facts were being twisted to create a damaging narrative.
Iyanya defends his friend
Singer Iyanya, who shares a long history with Franklin from their Made Men Music Group days, took to his X handle to make a startling claim about the origins of the rumour.
Iyanya wrote:
“This is a big lie. “The jeweller has come out to deny this. It was a gist fabricated to tarnish Ubi’s name by those who don’t like him within that circle. I will not let my brother be dragged for nothing.”
By “that circle,” Iyanya appeared to be pointing fingers at individuals close to Davido’s camp. He suggested some people didn’t want Franklin around.
His comment added a fresh twist to the unfolding drama.
See Iyanya's tweet here:
Mixed reactions trail Iyanya's claims
Legit.ng compiled reactions of netizens below:
@Sirchigor:
"Ok lemme agree with u but how far you and am contract issues, what of people that accused him of collecting money either for investment or to feature David. There is definitely something wrong with him"
@Ilychapo:
"Your brother wey na every few months dem Dey bring him gist come outside, always doing wrong stuffs, even if this news is fabricated, how are people supposed to believe due to how he has behaved in the past"
@marythesa:
"Tell him to sue the people defaming him!"
@SKIDOVIBES1:
"False accusations ruin lives. Damages alone aren’t enough ,prison time should follow. It will teach others to verify before they post, and keep reckless lies off the internet."
@brody_wyd28671:
Na ghost move the watch to his pocket bro don't know ghost was helping him
Source: Instagram
Davido defends Ubi Franklin
Afrobeats megastar Davido has defended his close friend and associate, Ubi Franklin, following allegations making the rounds online.
Davido took to the music executive's comment section with a strong message. The singer made it clear that Franklin owed no one an explanation over the matter. Instead of dwelling on the drama, Davido redirected the spotlight to happier moments.
For Davido, the lavish Miami wedding he had with his wife, Chioma, remains untouched by any online gossip.
Source: Legit.ng
