Davido's father Deji Adeleke praised for moment with first-class graduates
Davido's father Deji Adeleke hailed for greeting first-class graduates

A heartwarming video from Adeleke University's recent convocation ceremony in Ede, Osun State, has captured the attention of social media users. The footage shows Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, the billionaire father of music star Davido and chancellor of the university, personally congratulating every first-class graduate during the event.

Chancellor's personal touch creates memorable moments

In the video, Adeleke, dressed in full ceremonial robes, is seen shaking hands, exchanging smiles, and posing for photographs with each honoree. The long line of beaming graduates in academic regalia approached him one by one, creating what many described as the unofficial highlight of their graduation day. Adeleke University, a private faith-based institution founded by Adeleke in 2011, sits on a 520-acre campus in Ede and offers 22 fully NUC-accredited undergraduate programs across faculties including Law, Engineering, Medicine, and Science.

Netizens react with praise and observations

Social media users responded warmly to the gesture. SmailOyekan commented, 'Congratulations my sister we're all proud of you. I can hear your name here.' LooneyMara reacted, 'Forget the graduation gown, this was the unofficial "I made it" photo everyone wanted in their camera roll.' MODATAN21 humorously remarked, 'I con Dey imagine wizkid papa inside that graduation gown.' Another user, its_Miguel04, noted, 'All these once now will be given automatic employment,' and also observed, 'Who notice say na only one man that is among those students that graduated with first class?'

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Family pride extends to governor's daughter

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Davido's uncle and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke publicly celebrated his daughter, Omolola Adeleke, after she graduated with a degree in Mass Communication from Adeleke University. The governor shared his joy on Instagram on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, expressing deep pride in her academic achievement.

Davido celebrates Spain's World Cup victory

In related news, Davido joined global celebrations after Spain's 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph by sending a personal shoutout to Lamine Yamal's mother, Sheila Ebana. On July 20, 2026, just hours after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final at New Jersey's packed stadium, Davido posted a congratulatory message on Instagram, tagging her directly. The singer had earlier declared his support for Spain after African teams and Cristiano Ronaldo exited the tournament, explaining his choice by highlighting his close relationship with Yamal's mother.

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