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I Went From Skipping School In Ibadan to Selling Out Stadiums – Davido Reflects On His Music Career

Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke aka Davido has revealed that he used to skip school to perform in Ibadan.
He made the revelation in a post on his X page while reflecting on his music career.
The singer narrated how, in 2011, he left Babcock University without permission to perform in Ibadan during the Lynxxx and Friends Tour.
“In 2011 I skipped school to perform in Ibadan. Asa, Peju, B Red and Sina picked me up from Babcock and we drove to join the Lynxxx and Friends Tour,” he wrote. “I had no idea it was going to air on Soundcity, and when my pops saw it, I got in so much trouble.”
The multi-award-winning artiste described his recent return to Ibadan 14 years later for his 5ive Alive Tour as a “full-circle moment,” expressing pride in how far he has come.
 
“Fourteen years later, we destroyed the stadium. The 5ive Alive run across Nigeria has been one for the books,” Davido stated.
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Skitmaker, Trinity Guy Seen Shedding Tears of Joy After Meeting Davido (Video)

Skitmaker, Trinity Guy has finally achieved his dream of meeting popular singer, Davido.
The meeting took place on October 9th, 2025, at Davido’s 5Alive tour concert in Ibadan.
Recall that the singer performed before a crowd of 25,000 at the Liberty Stadium, Ibadan.
While Davido was performing his hit song “FIA”, Trinity Guy jumped on stage and was overcome with emotion after meeting his idol.
He was seen shedding tears of joy as Davido tried to calm him down.
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I Don’t Care About Awards – Omah Lay Reacts To Grammy Nomination

Nigerian singer, Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has reacted to his maiden Grammy nomination.

Recall that Omah Lay earned his first-ever Grammy nomination with his collaborative hit with Davido, ‘With You’, which was nominated for the Best African Music Performance category at the 68th annual Grammy Awards.

Reacting via his Instagram page, Omah Lay said he was excited about the nomination, but added that he doesn’t care about awards.

He, however, said he wants Davido to win the award, describing him as his realest friend in a while.

“I’m excited about this Grammy nomination haha but fr fr I don’t give a sh!t about awards. Yeah but I really want it for OBO! he is the realest friend I’ve had in while, he stood by during my hardest times,” Omah Lay wrote.

Davido is yet to win a Grammy despite previously receiving four nominations, including two in the Best African Music Performance category, which he has been consistently nominated in since it was introduced in 2023.

The 2026 Grammy is scheduled for February 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with a global broadcast on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.

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I Just Want To Remind You That I Love You Today, Tomorrow And Always – Davido Pens Heartfelt Note For His Wife Chioma

David Adeleke, the Afrobeat superstar, who is popularly known as Davido, has written a heartfelt message to his wife, Chioma.

The singer is currently on tour in Nigeria.

In site of this, he took to Instagram on Saturday night, November 1, to share the flowers and a handwritten note he sent to the mother of his twin children, reiterating his deep love for her.

“I just want to remind you that I love I love you today, tomorrow, and always. I miss you so much. Your loving husband,” the note reads.

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Bingo You Go Cry – Cubana ChiefPriest Mocks Burna Boy, Declares Davido Father Of Afrobeats

Celebrity barman, Okechukwu Pascal aka Cubana Chief Priest has mocked Grammy award-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy.
He mockingly called Burna Boy ‘a Bingo’.
Cubana Chiefpriest made the statement after his performance at the Uyo Stadium during Davido’s tour.
In an Instagram post, he appreciated Davido for the opportunity to take to the stage in Uyo. While praising Davido, Cubana said the singer is the father of Afrobeats and that without him, the genre is a bastard.
He wrote, “Chief Priest Don Do Stadium. Dem Sabi My Gbedu Well Well For Uyo From Today Onwards Akwa Ibom Has My Fat Heart. @davido Without You AfroBeats Is A Bastard. 001 For A Reason, The Papa Of AfroBeats.”
Reacting to the post, a fan wrote, “Burna Boy, you for leave CP ooo.”
He then responded to a fan’s comment, stating that Burna Boy would be in tears.
He said, “The bingo go cry.”
Burna Boy has yet to reply. Recall that the duo have been beefing on social media for some time now.
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Take Care Of My Sister — Davido Tells Priscilla Ojo’s Husband Juma Jux (Video)

Popular Nigerian singer Davido has advised Tanzanian artiste Juma Jux to take good care of his wife, Priscilla Ojo.

Davido made the remark on Saturday when he linked up with the couple in Abuja.

Recall that singer Juma Jux got married to Priscilla Ojo earlier this year and welcomed their son, Rakeem, in Canada on August 24, 2025.

The couple recently returned to Lagos, Nigeria, with Rakeem and later flew to Abuja to perform at the Medicaid Cancer Foundation event on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Juma Jux and Priscilla unexpectedly ran into Davido during their visit to the capital.

Davido said, “Happy married life. You are enjoying it. Take care of my sister oh.”

This comes amid Davido’s feud with Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.

Davido recently unfollowed Iyabo Ojo on Instagram after she accused him of chasing clout with the late singer Mohbad’s case.

Iyabo made this known in a leaked WhatsApp group chat shared by Verydarkman.

Watch the video below:

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Davido Visits French President, Emmanuel Macron (Photos)

Davido recently visited French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace, the official residence of the French leader.

Davido was accompanied by his sister Sharon, Cubana Chiefpriest and his manager Asa Asika.

The singer shared photos from the visit on his Instagram page this evening.

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Davido Appointed Chairman Of Osun Sports Trust Fund

David Adeleke, the Nigerian music star, who is popularly known as Davido, has been named Chairman of the Osun State Sports Trust Fund.

The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the Osun State Government on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, as part of efforts to reposition and revitalise the state’s sports sector.

According to the statement, Davido’s new role is aimed at mobilising resources to drive the development and modernisation of sports facilities across Osun State.

The government emphasised that the move reflects Governor Ademola Adeleke’s commitment to improving sports infrastructure and creating opportunities for youth engagement.

Confirming the appointment, Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi, who also serves as Commissioner for Sports, revealed that the award-winning singer was excited about the role and immediately accepted the offer.

“The ongoing rehabilitation of the Osogbo Township Stadium to meet Olympic standards will be completed in the shortest possible time. We are also finalising plans to establish the Osun State Sports Commission, which will serve as the central body for sports development and policy implementation,”Adewusi said.

The deputy governor further explained that the newly introduced Sports Trust Fund, chaired by Davido, would attract investments and support from sports enthusiasts and philanthropists within and outside the state to ensure sustainable sports financing.

“Davido’s involvement is expected to attract substantial funds that will significantly impact the growth of sports in Osun,” Adewusi added.

Governor Adeleke’s administration reiterated its pledge to make sports a major pillar of youth development and community engagement in the state.

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This Is Becoming Too Much – Israel DMW Cries Out Over Rising Kidnappings In Edo

Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW has decried the growing wave of kidnappings in Edo State.
The socialite while raising an alarm, called on the state government to tackle the matter.
He also shared a video on his Instagram page showing a young woman who had been abducted by gunmen.
In the footage, the woman appeared frightened and tearful as she pleaded for help while her captors demanded ransom.
He wrote: “This is becoming too much. The Federal Government should please come to our aid in Edo State.”
See his post below:

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Davido Alone Is Worth More Than 500 Billion – Singer’s Brother, Adewale Adeleke Replies Fan

Adewale Adeleke, the elder brother of singer Davido, has sparked reactions online with a bold statement about his superstar sibling’s net worth.

The HKN boss had shared a photo with Davido and other crew members at an event, captioning it “HKN GANG!”

Moments later, a fan commented under the post, writing — “Over 500 billion naira in one picture ❤️🔥”

But Adewale quickly replied, making jaws drop: “David alone is worth more than 500 billion naira…”

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