David Adedeji Adeleke better known by stage name Davido is an American born Nigerian singer, songwriter, record producer and social media personality. As of 2023, Davido’s net worth is $45 million. He accumulated his net worth through a professional musical career by releasing music internationally in studio album format and released on various music streaming platforms.
Davido formerly known as a member of the music group named KB International and rose to international fame after releasing the single “Dami Duro”, which was released as the second single from his debut studio album, Omo Baba Olowo (2012). The single won him Hottest Single of the Year in 2012 at Nigeria Entertainment Awards, Nigeria Music Video Awards and Most Gifted Newcomer Video of the Year at the Channel O Music Video Awards.
Davido is the one of the most followed African artists on both Instagram with 26.7 million followers and Twitter, and had endorsement deal with MTN worth ₦30 million, became official brand ambassador for the sports betting brand, 1xBet on May 2021 and is the global brand ambassador of footwear company, Puma. Davido has performed at the Guinness World of More Concert after Pulse Nigeria’s report.
Davido’s Biography
Born on 21 November 1992, Davido’s age is 31 Years Old as of 2023. He was born in a well-settled family from Atlanta, Georgia, United States. He holds an American-Nigerian nationality and has his belief in Christian religion. His zodiac sign is Scorpio.
He completed his early schooling at British International School in Lagos, Nigeria. After that, he went to Babcock University Ilishan Remo in Alabama and Oakwood University in Alabama from where he completed his graduation.
| Name | Davido |
| Full Name | David Adedeji Adeleke |
| Net Worth | $45 Million |
| Date of Birth | 21 November 1992 |
| Age | 31 Years Old |
| Birth Place | Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
| Currently Live In | Atlanta |
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer and Social Media Personality |
| Debut | Music Video: Back When (2004) |
| Years Active | 2004 – Present |
| Nationality | American-Nigerian |
| Religion | Christian |
| Ethnicity | Nigerian |
| Hometown | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| School/High School | British International School in Lagos, Nigeria |
| College/University | Babcock University Ilishan Remo in Alabama Oakwood University in Alabama |
| Education Qualification | Graduate |
Personal Life, Family, Wife & Relationships
Davido’s parents are Adedeji and Veronica Adeleke. Davido’s father’s name is Adedeji Adeleke who is a Nigerian billionaire, business magnate and president of Adeleke University, while Davido’s mother’s name is Veronica Adeleke. He has two siblings. His sister’s name is Sharon Adeleke and his brother’s name is Adewale Adeleke who is an Executive Director of Pacific Energy, music producer, co-owner of the HKN music record label.
Davido has four children; two boys and two girls. On march 2023, He confirmed his marraige to his assurance chichi on march 2023
On October 31, 2022, the death of Davido’s son, David Ifeanyi Adeleke Jr., was reported, it was reported that he drowned in a swimming pool at his father’s Banana Island residence; he was three years old at the time of his death
In May 2014, Davido criticized the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) after missing his flight to London and accused them of pestering him for money. On May 11, 2014, the PR officer for the NIS denied Davido’s allegations and said they did not issue him an exit permit because he did not have the correct travel documents with him.
In December 2015, Vanguard newspaper reported Davido and the mother of one of his daughters were embroiled in a struggle over custody of their child. The mother and her family filed a petition against Davido and his family for alleged child trafficking. In a petition sent to the Director-General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, Davido and his family were accused of keeping the child away from her mother and of trying to flee Nigeria with the baby. Davido said the allegations against him were false but apologized to Dele Momodu, the cousin of the girl’s mother.
| Father Name | Adedeji Adeleke |
| Mother Name | Veronica Adeleke |
| Brother Name | Adewale Adeleke |
| Sister Name | Sharon Adeleke |
| Girlfriend | Chioma Rowland (Fiancée) Sophia Momodu (Ex) Sira Kante (Ex) |
| Marital Status | Engaged |
| Wife Name | Sophia Momodu (Ex) |
| Children | Imade Aurora Adeleke (Daughter) Hailey Veronica Adeleke (Daughter) David Ifeanyichukwu Adedeji Adeleke Jr. (Son) (Late) |
Physical Appearance
Davido is a handsome guy with a dashing personality. He has a strong body build up with cute looks and an impressive physique.
His height is 5′ 6″ feet and his body weight is around 70 Kg. He is of rhomboid muscular body type with a fit and healthy body. His hair color is black and he has Brown color eyes.
Endorsement
On April 6, 2012, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported Davido had signed a ₦30 million endorsement deal with MTN. The deal unveiled him as the face of MTN Pulse, a marketing campaign aimed at Nigerian youth. On October 24, 2013, Pulse Nigeria reported Guinness Nigeria had signed Davido for an endorsement deal. As part of the deal, Davido performed at the Guinness World of More Concert alongside artists including P-Square, D’banj, Wizkid, Ice Prince, Burna Boy, Olamide, Phyno, Chidinma, Waje and Tiwa Savage. On May 9, 2018, Guardian Life reported Davido had signed an endorsement deal with Infinix Mobile, a Hong Kong-based smartphone manufacturer.
Awards & Nomination
According to Wikipedia Davido got nominated 65 times and won 29 times in various awards and categories like Ghana Music Awards, The Headies, Nigeria Entertainment Awards, Channel O Music Awards, City People Awards, Dynamix All Youth Awards, Nigeria Music Video Awards, 4Stye Tv Music Awards, Kora Awards, World Music Awards, MTV Africa Music Awards, BET Awards, Africa Muzik Magazine Awards, MOBO Awards, Soul Train Awards, The Future Africa Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards.
Studio albums and EP
- Omo Baba Olowo (2012)
- Son of Mercy (2016)
- A Good Time (2019)
- A Better Time (2020)
- Timeless (2023)
Singles
- Back When (featuring Naeto C) (2011)
- Dami Duro
- Ekuro
- Overseas (featuring Sina Rambo)
- Gbon Gbon (2012)
- All of You
- Feel Alright (featuring Ice Prince)
- One of a Kind (2013)
- Gobe
- Skelewu
- Aye (2014)
- Tchelete (Goodlife) (featuring Mafikizolo)
- Owo Ni Koko (2015)
- The Sound (featuring Uhuru and DJ Buckz)
- The Money (featuring Olamide)
- Gbagbe Oshi (2016)
- How Long (featuring Tinashe)
- Coolest Kid in Africa (featuring Nasty C)
- If (2017)
- Fall
- Pere (featuring Rae Sremmurd and Young Thug)
- Fia
- Like Dat
- Flora My Flawa (2018)
- Assurance
- Nwa Baby
- Wonder Woma
- Blow My Mind (featuring Chris Brown) (2019)
- Risky (featuring Popcaan)
Davido Net Worth Summary
As of 2023, Davido’s net worth is $45 million. He accumulated his net worth through a professional musical career by releasing music internationally in studio album format and released on various music streaming platforms. His primary income is coming from his primary profession, which is music as it generates more than $300,000 per month and over $4 million annually.
Davido releases his music on every available platform including YouTube where he has 3.27 million subscribers and channel’s most viewed video “Fall” with 261 million views that generated anywhere between $300,000 to $350,000 and channel’s second most viewed music video “IF” got 163 million views, which possibly earned him $200,000.
Davido Social Media Handles
Instagram: @davidoofficial
Twitter: @davido
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