Davido's Billionaire Father Breaks Silence on Decade-Old Paternity Allegation
In a rare and significant public intervention, billionaire businessman and education magnate Adedeji Adeleke has directly addressed a decade-old paternity claim involving his son, the globally acclaimed Nigerian music star David "Davido" Adeleke. During a press conference that has circulated widely online, Adeleke Sr. firmly dismissed the allegations, stating that multiple DNA tests conducted since 2014 have shown "zero probability" that Davido fathered the child at the center of the dispute.
Family's Unusual Public Stance on Long-Running Dispute
Known for his preference to keep family matters private, Adedeji Adeleke's decision to convene a press conference marks an extraordinary departure from his usual approach. This move underscores the seriousness with which the Adeleke family views the persistent allegations that have resurfaced in public discourse. The intervention comes amid renewed attention following an appeal earlier this month from a 12-year-old girl, publicly identified as Anu Mitchell Adeleke, who requested a fresh DNA test to resolve questions about her paternity.
At the briefing, Mr. Adeleke revealed that he first received a letter in 2014 from a lawyer in Ibadan alleging that his son had fathered and abandoned a child. He emphasized that the family took immediate action upon receiving this correspondence, initiating what he described as comprehensive DNA testing procedures. "I received a letter in 2014 from a lawyer in Ibadan alleging that my son David got somebody pregnant, and abandoned the person with his child," Adeleke stated during the conference.
Scientific Evidence and Security Concerns
The billionaire businessman stressed that multiple tests carried out since 2014 have consistently shown no biological link between Davido and the child. He expressed his readiness to accept scientific proof to the contrary, noting that he has "14 grandchildren" and understands the importance of familial connections. However, Mr. Adeleke clarified that the family would not publish the DNA reports publicly, citing legitimate security concerns for all parties involved.
During his presentation, Adeleke read a message he claimed to have received from a relative of the child's maternal family residing in Abuja. The message explicitly distanced the family from social media accounts promoting the paternity claims, attributing them to journalist Kemi Olunloyo. "The account is from Kemi Olunloyo, whom we have cut ties with years ago," the quoted message stated. "We have reached out to her several times to stop posting anything about Anu."
Davido's Social Media Responses and Public Reaction
Davido himself has addressed the matter repeatedly on social media platforms, using explicit language to express his frustration with the ongoing allegations. The award-winning singer has cited the existence of multiple DNA tests conducted at different hospitals, all of which he claims returned negative results. In one post, he wrote: "After 5 DNA test ... she Dey crase .. her and her mom better leave me the f**k alone and go find her papa ..."
Responding to questions about whether he had met the girl's mother, Davido posted: "Never met the b***h ... except when went For the DNA ... very st*pid behavior I will soon treat their FK ... 5 f*****g hospitals just to be clear .. the mom needs to go to jail ... I don't blame the poor girl .." The singer also referenced his father's involvement, writing: "You guys don't know my father ... he's even the one that forced me to go .. Adeleke's we don't play about Blood on this side!"
These social media exchanges have provoked mixed reactions from the public. While some users support Davido's insistence that testing has already occurred, others have criticized the tone of his comments, particularly given the involvement of a minor. The singer has since stated that he will not speak further on the matter.
Contested Narratives and Third-Party Involvement
On the opposing side, the child's mother, identified in public reports as Ms. Grace Ayotomide Labinjoh, has maintained for years that Davido is her daughter's father. She has consistently disputed claims that conclusive DNA testing was ever carried out or presented to her satisfaction. In January 2026, Anu posted a letter on Instagram appealing for a fresh DNA test, describing emotional distress and bullying at school linked to uncertainty about her paternity.
Journalist Kemi Olunloyo has been named by the Adeleke family as a central figure in promoting the story through various media channels. Mr. Adeleke questioned the legality of impersonating a minor online, stating: "I'm not even sure if it's legal for someone to impersonate a minor. This Kemi Olunloyo has been after my son David for many years. Everything she says about David is always negative, trying to put him in bad light with the public."
Allegations regarding impersonation and the provenance of social media accounts remain contested and have not been independently verified in the public domain. The Adeleke family claims that recent social media activity does not represent the Labinjoh family's position, while the matter continues to be fueled by third-party commentary.
Summary of the Ongoing Saga
The key elements of this decade-long dispute include:
- A 12-year-old girl, Anu Mitchell Lupo (born November 19, 2013), appealing for a fresh DNA test
- Her mother, Ms. Ayo Labinjoh, maintaining that Davido is the father
- The Adeleke family stating that multiple DNA tests since 2014 have excluded Davido
- Claims that recent social media accounts do not represent the Labinjoh family
- Substantial involvement from journalist Kemi Olunloyo, disputed by the Adeleke family
- No independently verified DNA results or court rulings made public to date
As the situation continues to unfold, the rare public intervention by Adedeji Adeleke highlights the family's determination to address what they characterize as baseless allegations while protecting their privacy and security. The dispute underscores broader questions about celebrity, paternity claims, and media responsibility in Nigeria's vibrant public sphere.
