Davido has surprised former DMW signee Mayorkun with a Tesla Cybertruck, sharing the moment on Instagram with a heartfelt message that underscores their lasting relationship years after Mayorkun left the label. The luxury electric pickup, valued at tens of thousands of dollars, is among the most notable celebrity gifts in recent Nigerian entertainment history.
The Surprise Gift
Afrobeats superstar Davido posted the gesture on his Instagram Story, writing: "My gift to you. I love you #iammayorkun." He then instructed an associate to deliver the vehicle the following day. The Cybertruck, Tesla's all-electric pickup with a distinctive futuristic stainless steel body, retails between $69,990 and $99,990 in the United States, depending on the model and configuration. At current exchange rates, this places the gift's value well into hundreds of millions of naira.
Mayorkun's Response
Mayorkun, whose real name is Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, responded on his own Instagram Story with a simple but loaded message: "Love 4L, OO1" — an acknowledgment of the bond he and Davido have maintained long after their professional relationship ended. The 'OO1' reference is a nod to Davido's Omo Baba Olowo nickname, and '4L' stands for 'for life'. This exchange went viral across social media platforms.
A History of Support
Mayorkun was signed to Davido's label, Davido Music Worldwide, in 2016 after Davido discovered a cover video he posted online while working a bank job he was preparing to resign from. Davido reached out the same day Mayorkun wrote his resignation letter, signed him, and launched his career with the debut single 'Eleko'. The pair built one of the most celebrated artist-label relationships in African pop over five years, culminating in Mayorkun's debut album 'The Mayor of Lagos' under DMW in 2018. In 2021, Mayorkun parted ways with DMW to sign a deal with Sony Music West Africa.
Davido's Generosity Streak
Despite the professional split, Sunday's gesture demonstrates that the relationship between the two has remained intact. Mayorkun has consistently credited Davido's influence on his career publicly, while Davido has shown up for his former acts in ways that extend beyond business. The Cybertruck gift is the latest in a series of high-profile gestures from Davido, who has become as well known for his generosity as for his music. Previous gifts include luxury cars, houses, and cash presents to friends, family, and colleagues. This act reinforces Davido's reputation as one of the most generous artists in the African music industry, often using his wealth to celebrate and support those around him.
The Tesla Cybertruck, first unveiled in 2019, has a range of up to 500 miles on a single charge depending on the variant, and its exoskeleton design is made from ultra-hard stainless steel. The vehicle's futuristic aesthetics and high price tag make it a status symbol. Mayorkun's new gift will undoubtedly become a talking point among fans and the wider entertainment community, further cementing the duo's bond as more than just a former label relationship.
