Davido Withdraws Custody Case Amid Legal Controversy

Nigerian Afrobeat star Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, announced on February 16, 2026, that he would discontinue his custody proceedings concerning his daughter, Imade. He stated that the situation had become distressing, particularly due to comments made about his late son during the court proceedings.

Davido emphasized that no party emerged victorious from the case, expressing his desire to focus on co-parenting. In response to public criticism of his legal team's conduct, he took to Instagram to address the matter.

The law firm representing Imade's mother, Sophia, issued a statement defending its actions and warning against harassment of legal practitioners, emphasizing the importance of maintaining professional conduct in legal matters. The firm condemned any attempts to intimidate counsel and highlighted the need for justice to be administered without external influence.

The ongoing custody dispute continues to attract public attention, with calls for peace from fans.