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Singer and producer David Adeleke, known as Davido (center) leaves the stage after performing during a political rally in Lagos, Nigeria on January 30, 2015. A member of Davido's private security team assaulted Adekanmbi Damilola, CEO of the online entertainment news platform NoStoryTV, during a concert on July 21, 2018, according to reports. (AFP/Pius Utomi Ekpei)

Nigerian musician Davido’s security punches reporter

July 27, 2018 3:09 PM EDT

New York, July 27, 2018– Nigerian musician Davido should hold accountable those responsible for the assault of Adekanmbi Damilola, CEO of the online entertainment news platform NoStoryTV, by a member of his private security team and ensure journalists can safely cover his events, the Committee to Protect Journalists said today.