Davido Issues Public Apology to Tosin Bee After Mistaken Identity in Custody Case Drama
Nigerian music superstar Davido has issued a public apology to gospel artist Tosin Bee following an emotional outburst that stemmed from a case of mistaken identity during his daughter Imade's custody proceedings. The incident occurred after a tense court session at the Lagos State High Court in Yaba, where Davido's emotions reportedly ran high during cross-examination.
Courtroom Tensions Lead to Social Media Misstep
According to multiple reports, Davido lost his composure during a grueling cross-examination when a lawyer representing his estranged partner Sophia Momodu made references to his deceased son. In the heat of his frustration following the court appearance, the Afrobeats star mistakenly identified gospel singer Tosin Bee as the son of the opposing counsel.
The misunderstanding escalated when Davido took to Instagram, where he reposted content from Tosin Bee's account while apparently assuming the gospel singer was connected to the lawyer who had represented Sophia Momodu in court. In a now-deleted Instagram story, Davido fired harsh words at the gospel artist, making references to his family and music career that quickly drew attention across social media platforms.
Tosin Bee's Calm Response and Clarification
Rather than escalating the conflict, Tosin Bee chose a measured and emotional response to address the situation. The gospel singer clarified that Davido had mistaken him for someone else entirely and explained the painful reality that his own mother had passed away eight years prior.
"Hello Mr David, I don't know anything about the post you made. As a matter of fact, my mum went to be with the Lord eight years ago," Tosin Bee wrote in his response. He described the situation as a clear case of mistaken identity while extending goodwill toward Davido despite the public misunderstanding.
The gospel artist added: "I guess this is a case of mistaken identity. So sorry you had to deal with this, but my prayers are with you. I love you, brother." This compassionate response highlighted Tosin Bee's gracious handling of what could have become a significant celebrity feud.
Davido's Immediate Apology and Post Removal
After reading Tosin Bee's clarification, Davido quickly realized the mix-up and responded with a direct apology. The singer wrote simply: "I apologise! My bad G," demonstrating immediate accountability for his mistaken outburst. Davido promptly removed the offending posts from his Instagram account, taking responsibility for the social media misstep that had captured public attention.
The swift resolution prevented what could have escalated into a prolonged public dispute between two prominent Nigerian music figures. Davido's willingness to acknowledge his error and apologize publicly reflects a mature approach to resolving conflicts in the digital age where social media misunderstandings can quickly spiral out of control.
Broader Context of the Custody Proceedings
This incident occurred against the backdrop of Davido's ongoing custody discussions concerning his daughter Imade with former partner Sophia Momodu. Davido has since announced that he has dropped the custody case against Momodu, explaining that no one truly won in the legal proceedings and that his daughter Imade stood to lose the most from continued conflict.
The singer clarified that he never sought full custody but only requested joint custody arrangements. Reacting to people celebrating developments in the court case, Davido stated that there was nothing to rejoice about when family matters become public legal battles.
This entire episode highlights the emotional toll that high-profile custody cases can take on public figures, while also demonstrating how social media platforms can both amplify misunderstandings and provide avenues for swift resolution when handled with maturity and accountability.
