Ubi Franklin breaks silence on allegedly ‘stealing’ watch at Davido’s wedding

Music executive, Ubi Franklin, has denied stealing a luxury watch while in Miami, US, for Davido’s wedding over the weekend.

The rumours began circulating on social media on Wednesday following a report on a blog.

Franklin has now taken to his X account to clarify what really happened.

He wrote: “I am currently aware of the recent circulation on social media linking my name to an alleged theft. I wish to make it clear that these allegations are completely false and misleading.

“Recently, I returned from my dear Friend/sister’s wedding and I am currently preparing for my sister’s funeral this coming weekend. It is an extremely difficult and sensitive time for me and my family, but I feel it is important to address this matter directly.

“While in Miami, Benny met me and offered to sell me a wristwatch. After reviewing the item and confirming its previous ownership, I decided not to purchase it in order to avoid any potential complications. I clearly communicated with him.

“During the wedding church service, Benny sent his brother another wristwatch to me which I had purchased and paid in full.

“Given the busy circumstances surrounding the wedding, I was in possession of both wristwatches and wore the one he sent to me through his brother.

“After the wedding, I had to leave Miami immediately to finalise my sister’s funeral coming up this weekend. While airborne, I was contacted by Benny regarding the other wristwatch.

“I want to state clearly: I am not a thief. I have never stolen from anyone in my life. I purchased a wristwatch and paid in full from Benny.

“Benny had earlier in the day debunked this news and yet it still kept spreading.”

Ubi Franklin breaks silence on allegedly ‘stealing’ watch at Davido’s wedding