Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has sparked a wave of reactions online after reportedly winning a massive sum from a sports bet placed on the Super Eagles' opening match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The Winning Bet: From Risk to Reward
Ahead of Nigeria's Group C clash against Tanzania in Fès, Morocco, Davido placed a bold wager of $25,000. His prediction was specific: he bet that both teams would score (BTTS) during the match. This was a risky move, as it required goals from both sides regardless of the final outcome.
The match on December 24, 2025, unfolded dramatically, perfectly aligning with the singer's forecast. Nigeria scored first, Tanzania equalized in the second half, and then Ademola Lookman netted a winner for the Super Eagles, sealing a 2-1 victory.
This result not only earned Nigeria three crucial points in the tournament but also validated Davido's gamble. Reports and screenshots circulating on social media indicate that the award-winning artist received a payout of $96,564, turning his pre-match risk into a spectacular financial victory.
Netizens React: "E Sabi Everything"
The news of Davido's successful bet quickly went viral, with fans flooding social media platforms to celebrate his win and football knowledge. Many used the now-trending phrase "E Sabi Everything" to praise his apparent foresight.
User pyramidvalley__ commented, "Na everything e sabi????." while ramos_jago09 added, "Nah everything he sabi nah why we Dey call am goat." Another user, kherleel_, exclaimed, "Chaiii sabi boy???."
Some fans were quick to clarify the specifics of the bet. User mabrooqq noted, "NIGERIA to win and Both Team to score...." highlighting that Davido's win required the correct scoreline and the BTTS condition.
Davido Names Future Afrobeats Leaders
In a related development from a recent livestream, Davido shifted focus from sports to music, naming the artists he believes will lead the global Afrobeats movement forward. When asked about the genre's future, the Grammy-nominated star confidently identified three successors to the current "Big 3"—himself, Wizkid, and Burna Boy.
"Asake, Omah Lay and Rema are the next GOATs of Afrobeats," Davido stated during the conversation with content creator Carter Efe.
He praised Asake's Fuji-inspired hits, Rema's global export success, and Omah Lay's emotionally resonant sound, sparking widespread online debate among fans about his selections.
In a further show of support during the same livestream, Davido personally called Martell’s Global Marketing Manager, Lanre Odutola, to secure an endorsement deal for Carter Efe, demonstrating his influence beyond music and betting.
As the AFCON tournament continues, all eyes will be on the Super Eagles for their next match and, undoubtedly, on Davido for his next move—whether on the pitch or in the studio.
