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Davido Thanks Father for Intervening in Paternity Controversy Involving Anu Adeleke

Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has publicly expressed appreciation to his father, Dr. Deji Adeleke, for stepping in to address renewed paternity claims involving a young girl identified as Anu Adeleke.

The singer’s reaction followed a press conference convened by his father to clarify the family’s position amid widespread social media speculation and allegations surrounding the child.

According to a report by Eyes Of Lagos, Dr. Adeleke directly addressed the controversy during the media briefing, stating categorically that Anu Adeleke is not his granddaughter.

He revealed that DNA tests had previously been conducted, the results of which, he said, showed no biological relationship between Davido and the child in question.

Dr. Adeleke stressed that the matter had been conclusively resolved years ago but continued to resurface due to persistent online claims.

During the press conference, the billionaire businessman also accused investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo of allegedly impersonating the minor online in an attempt to sustain attacks against Davido.

He questioned the legality and ethics of such actions, especially as they involve a minor, warning that the continued publication of the claims could amount to defamation.

Dr. Adeleke disclosed that the family is considering legal action to put an end to what he described as a prolonged campaign of misinformation and harassment.

Following the press conference, Davido took to social media to thank his father for speaking out and defending the family amid the controversy.

The singer’s response has since sparked widespread reactions online, with fans praising Dr. Adeleke for taking a firm stance and calling for an end to the recurring allegations.

As of the time of filing this report, Kemi Olunloyo has yet to officially respond to the statements made by the Adeleke family.

https://eyesoflagos.com/2026/01/23/davido-father-addresses-anu-adeleke-paternity-controversy/

Davido the konji master

You better start making plans to put that Kemi who's out to frustrate you and your family behind bars

In as much as we know that she isn't normal mentally,but I also believe that every type of madness has a cure.

He has the full support of his father. I've never see a large family like theirs being united

Omo osan...



Na him wan make him Papa dey go through wetin he no plan for life ...

You self let your thing rest from different holes. Over diving into swimming pool without life guard no good this one of the results.

He has a very good father.

Every woman knows who the father of their child is... They only pin to whom they think is more responsible or capable of raising the child, that's what makes them dangerous.

There was one who was boldly lying in court until the DNA result was brought out and read out before she started shedding crocodile tears and admitted she knows the dude is not the father.

I think the family, particularly his dad, has integrity

crossbreedwears:
He has the full support of his father. I've never see a large family like theirs being united

United family
Trust in each other is key

Not a father bad mouthing his family to the world

Thank you Dr Adeleke for standing by the truth

Father's shouldn't be condonning irresponsible behavior

Even if the kid actually is his, it’s pretty obvious that if the family wants to avoid a scandal, they’ll pull whatever strings necessary to distance themselves. When you’ve got that kind of money, you’re the one calling the shots

The lady should honestly just let this go; she’s not going to win this fight. If they’ve decided they don’t want the child involved in their lives, no amount of public pressure is going to change their minds

inoki247:
Omo osan...



Na him wan make him Papa dey go through wetin he no plan for life ...

The man wey dey find more grand children sef.

bolaayenimo:
Father's shouldn't be condonning irresponsible behavior

He's not necessarily condoning bad behaviour. The point is that once issues arise, a good father must find solutions. If the child was for his son, he could have chastised Davido while ensuring that he takes up responsibility for the child's upkeep. You can't force an adult to be what you think is best for him. You can only guide and pray.

A man MUST master his lust if not he will always be lost.

SpencerForbes:
Even if the kid actually is his, it’s pretty obvious that if the family wants to avoid a scandal, they’ll pull whatever strings necessary to distance themselves. When you’ve got that kind of money, you’re the one calling the shots

The lady should honestly just let this go; she’s not going to win this fight. If they’ve decided they don’t want the child involved in their lives, no amount of public pressure is going to change their minds

I don't agree. The results can't be fake when it doesn't favour you.

The results can't be fake because you are poor and the rich manipulated it against you.

Offpoint1:
Every woman knows who the father of their child is... They only pin to whom they think is more responsible or capable of raising the child, that's what makes them dangerous.

There was one who was boldly lying in court until the DNA result was brought out and read out before she started shedding crocodile tears and admitted she knows the dude is not the father.

Dr Adeleke stated the same thing. Anu's suspected banker father bluntly refused the DNA and warned the woman not to come close.

Na Adeleke naim be the scapegoat.

Imagine being so promiscuous and oloshoist that your father has to make a video explaining your escapades

David too should be careful and not get caught in up in controversies like this.

The only thing that just caught my attention in the video was when his dad said samples for DNA PATERNITY TESTS are sent to South Africa.
It's very shameful and pathetic!
As big as Nigeria is with thousands of professors and scientists. Even with numerous hospitals and research institutes, we can't have a fully functional places for ORDINARY DNA PATERNITY TESTS!?

It cost nothing to have integrity

TheDemola:
I think the family, particularly his dad, has integrity

bolaayenimo:
Father's shouldn't be condonning irresponsible behavior

Yes and after doing that, he should be interested to know the real father of the child in question and that's what he did.

Are you not happy with that?

inoki247:
Omo osan...



Na him wan make him Papa dey go through wetin he no plan for life ...

honestly david no try. If I look my mama, to do something wey go bother her self go make me feel bad. Davido know say money dey and em Papa no dey too talk, was surprised seeing him depending David.

That is a real definition of a patriotic & supportive family!

okomile:
United family
Trust in each other is key

Not a father bad mouthing his family to the world

Thank you Dr Adeleke for standing by the truth

It’s really that simple. If the woman is completely confident that the child belongs to Davido, then she should be willing to sign a legal agreement stating that there will be consequences if the claim turns out to be false. Accountability should cut both ways — certainty should come with responsibility.

Sonnobax15:

Davido the konji master

You better start making plans to put that Kemi who's out to frustrate you and your family behind bars

In as much as we know that she isn't normal mentally,but I also believe that every type of madness has a cure.

if you want to fight Kemi just know that it is BAT that you want to fight.

You see these people, Lege, Adetoun, Oba Oluwo, Akintola of Muric, Kemi, Eniola. They are all agent of Baba of Lagos So if you fight them just know the person you are fighting with.

Offpoint1:
Every woman knows who the father of their child is... They only pin to whom they think is more responsible or capable of raising the child, that's what makes them dangerous.

There was one who was boldly lying in court until the DNA result was brought out and read out before she started shedding crocodile tears and admitted she knows the dude is not the father.

If a woman sleeps with 2men in a day or within 3/4 days and she becomes pregnant, it can't be certain who the father is seems this is the case here. Mama Anu was acting so sure

Davido is old emough to defend himself. I suspect something here. Many people may see and may not see what I am seeing. This is not the first time Davido is having issues.

Sonnobax15:

Davido the konji master

You better start making plans to put that Kemi who's out to frustrate you and your family behind bars

In as much as we know that she isn't normal mentally,but I also believe that every type of madness has a cure.

Kemi own madness na cele style fit cure am. She no dey fear court or prison but I assure you, cele style go make her shut up once ya name is mentioned... After all, without evidence, wetin dem go fit do you for court?

correctguy101:
Kemi own madness na cele style fit cure am. She no dey fear court or prison but I assure you, cele style go make her shut up once ya name is mentioned... After all, without evidence, wetin dem go fit do you for court?

. I swear bro

Na only cele fit really get the original cure to her madness

Instead of rushing to thank your father publicly, oga fix your wayward lifestyle privately to avoid daddy coming to the rescue always. Selah

FaAbData:
If a woman sleeps with 2men in a day or within 3/4 days and she becomes pregnant, it can't be certain who the father is seems this is the case here. Mama Anu was acting so sure

A woman might sleep with 10 within a week, I can bold tell only one of them she can go raw with or don't take morning after pill for