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Davido

Also known as: Nigerian Afrobeat Singer, Davido · the 30BG boss · Afrobeats superstar Davido · David Adedeji Adeleke · Afrobeats icon

Davido — Nigerian Afrobeats star and music producer, featured in coverage of music industry debates and personal statements on his career and wealth.

2026-04-272026-10-28
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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … Other award winners on the night include Kofi Kinaata, Wendy Shay, Moliy, Stonebwoy Enam, Kojo Blak, Diana Hamilton, Piesie Esther, Davido, Strongman and Keche, among others. …

    Telecel marks 15 years as headline sponsor of 27th TGMA

  3. Daily Guide

    … Stonebwoy was named Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year, while ‘With You’ by Davido and Omah Lay, won African Song of the Year. …

    Black Sherif Is 2026 TGMA Artiste Of The Year

  4. Joy Online

    In a night that underscored the irresistible pull of Nigerian music across West Africa, Davido has clinched the award for Best African Song of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). …

    Davido’s ‘With You’ crowned Best African Song of the Year at 27th TGMAs

  5. Joy Online

    Davido has apologised to fans after missing a scheduled performance in Lagos, blaming unexpected travel challenges that disrupted his plans. …

    ‘Finding fuel was a problem’ – Davido explains after missing show

  6. Business & Financial Times

    … While he was becoming the kind of man who owns a Bugatti Chiron, throws a 40th birthday party featuring Davido, Stonebwoy and Diamond Platinumz, and gifts strangers vehicles in public, she was there at the starting line. …

    Her Space with Bridget Mensah:  Joana Quaye was listed as co-founder of her ex-husband’s company

  7. Joy Online

    Singer T-Dot has joined the ongoing social media feud between Davido and Wizkid’s disc jockey, DJ Tunez, significantly escalating it. …

    ‘Why your papa no hustle’ – Davido blasts T-Dot for calling him daddy’s boy
  8. April 2026

  9. The Chronicle

    Nigerian Afrobeat Singer, Davido, has stated that he doesn’t want any of his kids to work in the entertainment sector. …

    I don’t want any of my kids to work in entertainment industry –Davido
Culture

King Promise: Ghanaian music should build identity, not copy foreign sounds

The News

Ghanaian Afrobeats and Highlife singer King Promise says he aims to take Ghanaian music to the global stage while maintaining local sound and identity rather than imitating international counterparts. He explained that he previously experimented with music driven by foreign influences but chose not to release those songs, believing Ghanaian musicians have distinctive qualities that appeal internationally without compromising their unique strengths.

21 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. King Promise: Ghanaian music should build identity, not copy foreign sounds

    Ghanaian Afrobeats and Highlife singer King Promise says he aims to take Ghanaian music to the global stage while maintaining local sound and identity rather than imitating international counterparts. He explained that he previously experimented with music driven by foreign influences but chose not to release those songs, believing Ghanaian musicians have distinctive qualities that appeal internationally without compromising their unique strengths.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online →

Monday 12 October

  1. Nigerian singer Zlatan Ibile announces October 2026 wedding date

    Nigerian musician Zlatan Ibile has announced his wedding to Davita Lamai for October 24, 2026, releasing a pre-wedding video with the hashtag #DTTheUnion. The couple, who have been together for years and share two sons, received congratulations from fellow celebrities including Davido, Poco Lee, and Toke Makinwa.

    12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 2 October

  1. Mr Eazi returns with new single Comfort featuring MOLIY

    Afropop star Mr Eazi has released a new single "Comfort" featuring Ghanaian-American singer MOLIY, produced by Nigerian hitmaker Ragee. The track blends Afrobeats, dancehall, hip-hop and R&B, continuing Mr Eazi's signature Banku Music sound.

    2 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Rema dismisses rumours of feud with Davido and other artistes

    Nigerian Afrobeat musician Rema has dismissed speculation about an alleged feud with Davido, stating he has never had problems with artistes and has respect for industry veterans. He said he focuses on making good music rather than seeking conflict.

    23 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. Rema dismisses rumours of feud with fellow Afrobeat artist Davido

    Nigerian musician Rema has dismissed speculation about an alleged feud with Davido, stating in an interview that he has never had problems with other artistes and has respect for established figures in the industry. He attributed fan comparisons and rivalry talk to speculation rather than actual conflict.

    23 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Sophia Momodu speaks on stigma of out-of-wedlock pregnancy

    Nigerian influencer Sophia Momodu has revealed that she faced mocking and emotional abuse after becoming pregnant out of wedlock with singer Davido's child, attributing the trauma partly to cultural expectations of pastor's daughters in Nigeria. She told a UN General Assembly event that she eventually found her voice after being pressured to remain silent about her experience.

    23 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 17 September

  1. Eno Barony, DopeNation win at 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards

    Eno Barony won Best Female Rap Act and DopeNation won Best African Group at the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards held in Dallas, Texas on September 12. Ghana had 21 nominations at the ceremony, which honoured over 100 artistes from more than 40 African countries across 41 categories.

    17 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Ghanaian pencil artist overcame parental resistance to pursue visual arts

    Ghanaian pencil artist Aewura Adjoa says her parents opposed her decision to pursue art as a career, questioning how she would make a living from it, but she chose Visual Arts at Mfantsiman Girls' Senior High School despite their concerns. Her childhood passion for drawing eventually led her to focus on picture-making and participate in school artistic projects.

    13 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Davido warns against imitating his lifestyle

    Nigerian music star Davido has cautioned people against trying to live exactly like him, urging them to focus on building their own paths instead of copying others and understanding that everyone has a different journey with unique sacrifices and challenges behind their success.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Davido says Dangote has advised him since childhood

    Afrobeats superstar Davido has revealed that billionaire Aliko Dangote has maintained a close relationship with his family for decades and consistently offered him financial advice since childhood, including driving his mother home from the hospital after his birth. Dangote, a close associate of Davido's father Adedeji Adeleke, regularly tells him to save and manage his money.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Nigerian-British businessman dies from Thailand cosmetic procedure

    A 43-year-old Nigerian-British businessman, Igho Ubiribo, died after undergoing a penis enlargement procedure at a clinic in Bangkok, Thailand in March. A UK coroner ruled that the cosmetic procedure caused a fatal pulmonary embolism, with chest pain and loss of consciousness occurring shortly after the injection of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

  1. Nigerian artiste Davido threatens to quit music industry

    Afrobeats star Davido has threatened to leave music following persistent attacks from individuals globally, posting on X that he would "soon leave their music" to pursue other ventures, though fans and industry players have urged him not to bow to pressure.

    4 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Davido says he will soon leave music for billions

    Afrobeats star Davido responded to Nigerian rapper Erigga's post celebrating self-made musicians by disagreeing that family wealth precludes hard work, and declared he would soon leave music to pursue financial goals, calling music "boring AF" once he achieves his billions.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

  1. Davido claims he knew Maleek Berry before Wizkid

    Afrobeats singer Davido has claimed in a podcast interview that he was the first to know British-Nigerian record producer Maleek Berry, stating he met him in London when he first left home. Maleek is a close associate of Wizkid, and the claim reignites a decade-long rivalry between the two singers.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 30 August

  1. Ghana's creative industry needs structure beyond individual talent

    Ghana has abundant creative talent in music, film, and digital content, with artists like Black Sherif and Sarkodie proving competitiveness globally. However, according to a media industry professional, the country's creative sector lacks the systemic structure needed to sustain and scale success beyond momentary viral hits and individual effort.

    30 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Nigerian Ayra Starr to headline 2026 NFL London halftime show

    Nigerian singer Ayra Starr will headline the halftime show at the 2026 NFL London Games on October 11, making her the first African artist to headline an NFL international halftime show.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 21 August

  1. Brymo accuses 2Face, Burna Boy, Davido of cult involvement

    Nigerian singer Brymo has alleged that 2Face, Burna Boy and Davido know about an incident in 2019 when he claims he was attacked and pressured to join a secret cult at Chevron; he is demanding the three musicians publicly deny involvement rather than apologise.

    21 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Davido claims he has more hit songs than rivals

    Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has challenged fellow artistes to a hit-for-hit contest, offering $1 million and insisting that no one has a larger catalogue of hit songs than him. The claim reignites ongoing debate among Nigerian music fans about which artiste has the strongest body of commercially successful work.

    13 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 10 August

  1. Davido credits P-Square with inspiring his music career

    Afrobeats star Davido has revealed that P-Square inspired his journey into music, recalling how he spoke proudly about the duo's international collaborations with artists like Snoop Dogg and Kanye West while in school. Davido noted that P-Square's success breaking barriers internationally motivated young Nigerian artistes like himself to dream bigger and gave him confidence that African musicians could compete globally.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Davido claims unique success among billionaires' children globally

    Nigerian artist Davido has stated in an interview that he is the only billionaire's child in the world who has made a name for himself and significant money, despite noting that Africa typically favors "grass-to-grace" stories. Born into the wealthy Adeleke family with interests in energy, infrastructure, and education, Davido has built a 15-year music career that he says stands apart from other offspring of billionaires.

    4 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Black Sherif sole Ghanaian feature on Davido's ORIADÉ album

    Black Sherif is the only Ghanaian artiste featured on Davido's forthcoming 13-track album "ORIADÉ," appearing on the "Amazing Grace" track. The collaboration is attributed to Black Sherif's cross-border appeal and chart dominance in Ghana.

    30 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 27 July

  1. R2Bees becomes 12th Ghanaian artist to hit 100m streams

    Ghanaian music duo R2Bees has surpassed 100 million global streams year-to-date across all major digital service providers in 2026, making them the 12th Ghanaian artistes to reach this milestone. Since their breakthrough in the late 2000s, the Tema-based pair have shaped Ghanaian pop, hip-hop and Afrobeat through collaborations with artists including Davido and Sarkodie.

    27 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 13 July

  1. Nigeria's First Lady appeals to Afrobeats stars for charity

    Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu called on Afrobeats superstars Burna Boy, Davido, and Asake to establish foundations and help poor Nigerians, saying wealthy individuals should assist those in need as "the burden on the government is huge." She made the appeal in Kogi State while launching a national community food bank.

    13 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. Davido defends use of World Cup platform for Nigeria kidnapping crisis

    Afrobeats star Davido explained his decision to spotlight Nigeria's kidnapping crisis during the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony, saying citizen safety should outweigh concerns about national image. He wore an outfit bearing names of missing schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State, and criticized public figures for remaining silent on security challenges rather than speaking out on humanitarian issues.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 27 June

  1. Netflix's Zulu drama sparks global conversation on polygamy

    The Polygamist, a 22-episode Netflix series released in June about a wealthy Johannesburg businessman with multiple wives, has generated widespread social media engagement and international celebrity reactions, igniting debate about marriage, betrayal, and polygamy across Africa and beyond.

    27 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 22 June

  1. Davido insists music driven by passion, not necessity

    Afrobeats superstar Davido has responded to critics who claim he pursues music only to stay relevant or make a living, asserting instead that his career is driven by passion. Coming from the wealthy Adeleke family with a successful business empire outside entertainment, Davido stated on X that music is not his "last option" and that he makes music purely out of love for the craft.

    22 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Shatta Wale says he receives Jay-Z, Beyoncé-level respect in Ghana

    Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale claims he earns up to $1 million per show in Ghana and receives the same calibre of respect there as global superstars Jay-Z and Beyoncé receive in the US, citing his submissiveness to authorities and industry stakeholders as the reason he does not pursue international markets like other African artists.

    9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Davido plans to buy back music masters from Sony

    Nigerian singer Davido says he plans to buy back his music masters from Sony before retirement so he can assign music royalties to his children. He emphasised that ownership in the music industry is very important.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 1 June

  1. Patoranking releases Afro-dancehall single with Ruger

    Nigerian artist Patoranking has released a new single titled "Shake That" featuring Ruger, an upbeat Afro-dancehall track designed as a summer anthem that celebrates attraction and dancefloor energy, produced by Yungwillis and Dwillsharmony.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Grammy-winning director documents Nigeria's Biafran civil war

    Meji Alabi, who has directed music videos for major artists including Beyoncé and Burna Boy, has produced a BBC Africa Eye documentary exploring his grandfather's role as a federal army commando during Nigeria's 1967–1970 civil war against ethnic Igbo separatists.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

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