Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has candidly discussed the questions his children have asked about having different mothers and why they do not all live with him. In an interview with the BBC, the singer revealed that his two eldest daughters, Imade and Hailey, have become increasingly curious about their family structure as they grow older.
Imade's Confrontation Over TV Appearance
Davido recalled a particularly striking moment when his first daughter, Imade, confronted him after seeing him dance with two women on television. “One day, my first daughter walked up to me and said, ‘Daddy, I saw you on TV holding and dancing with two girls’,” he said. The singer admitted that such instances have made him more conscious of how his public persona impacts his children.
Davido's Commitment to Fatherhood
Despite having children with multiple women, Davido emphasized that he makes a conscious effort to remain present in the lives of all his children. The singer has six children in total, including Imade, Hailey, and Dawson, while he shares twins with his wife, Chioma Adeleke. The couple also tragically lost their son, Ifeanyi.
Social Media Reactions
The revelation sparked a wave of reactions on social media. User @khunby1 commented, “You guys will sha go and dig out old videos of him. For what exactly? Now baby mama fans will start their toxicity on Facebook. They will start saying he regrets getting married.” Another user, @its_Miguel04, noted, “Daughter that thing you saw on TV is what pays daddy bills and take care of you.”
Davido's Lavish Spending Habits
In related news, Davido previously disclosed that he spends between $200,000 and $300,000 monthly on himself, excluding expenses for his wife, children, jewellery, and cars. He explained that his spending varies by location, with life in the U.S. being quieter and less costly than when he is away from his family. This revelation went viral, sparking widespread reactions about his extravagant lifestyle.
