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Davido’s dad intervenes into Anu’s paternity claims
Billionaire father of Nigerian music star Davido, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, on Wednesday intervened in the long-running controversy surrounding a child identified as Anu Lupo, after online claims linking the child to his son.
The issue, which has repeatedly resurfaced on social media, stems largely from allegations made by controversial commentator Kemi Olunloyo, who has claimed that Davido fathered a child named Anu.
Briefing the media on Wednesday, Dr. Adeleke said the briefing was convened to respond to what he described as persistent falsehoods surrounding the matter. “The reason why I called this press conference is for us to address this issue properly,” he said.
Dr. Adeleke alleged that Olunloyo had targeted his son for years with damaging narratives, stating that “everything she says about David is always negative, trying to put him in a bad light with the public.”
He disclosed that he first became aware of the matter in 2014 after receiving a letter from a lawyer in Ibadan alleging that Davido had impregnated and abandoned a woman. “I received a letter in 2014 from a lawyer in Ibadan alleging that my son got somebody pregnant and abandoned the person with the child,” he said, adding that he took immediate steps to address the allegation at the time.
The business mogul said renewed concern arose after social media posts, allegedly written in the name of the child, began circulating online. He questioned the legality of such actions, saying, “I’m not even sure if it’s legal for someone to impersonate a minor.”
Dr. Adeleke further revealed that he was contacted by a woman who identified herself as the sister of Anu’s mother and who resides in Abuja. Reading from the message during the briefing, he quoted her as saying, “I just wanted to clarify that the account is not run by me, Ayo or my mom.”
According to Dr. Adeleke, the woman stated that the family had severed ties with Olunloyo years ago. “The account is run by Kemi Olunloyo, whom we have cut ties with years ago,” the message read, adding that the family had repeatedly asked her to stop posting about the child.
Dr. Adeleke expressed concern about the emotional and reputational impact of the controversy, particularly on the families involved, and reiterated that the Adeleke family had no connection to the online accounts being used to make the claims.
The Adeleke family has consistently maintained that the allegations linking Davido to the child are false, while Olunloyo has continued to stand by her claims.
The press conference marks the most detailed public response yet from Davido’s father, as the family seeks to formally address the controversy amid renewed public attention.
Toyin Abraham’s first directorial debut ‘Oversabi Aunty’ surpasses 1billion streams, grossing more than N1billion at Box Office earnings.
The milestone was announced by Filmone Entertainment, the film’s distributor, via its Instagram handle @filmoneng.
“First Nollywood directorial debut to hit 1billion, and 4th highest grossing Nollywood film of all time.
“West Africa, this is a full celebration. World best for a reason, and Oversabi Aunty is still showing in the cinemas worldwide”.
Reacting to the achievement, Abraham took to her Instagram page @toyin_abraham to show appreciation to God, her crew and her fans for the support.
“Thank you God, Toyintitans, Nigerians, my casts, crew, Filmone, and everyone that has collaborated in making the movie a success.
‘Oversabi Aunty’ was released in the cinemas across Nigeria on Dec. 29, 2025.
Directed by Toyin Abraham, in collaboration with Filmone Studios, the film features star studded cast like Ngozi Ezeonu, Queen Nwokoye, Jemena Osunde, Mike Ezuruonye, Toyin Afolayan, Emeka Okoye, and Femi Adebayo.
The film follows the story of Toun, a self-righteous church usher who is obsessed with fixing others and turns family life into a battlefield.
The comedy drama is a masterpiece about faith; however, it is filled with family tension, humour, drama, everyday life situations and the fine line between devotion and delusion.
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has announced a turning point in her long-running feud with her ex-husband and father of her son, Olakunle “Churchill” Oladunni, revealing that both parties have finally embraced peace after years of bitterness.
In an emotional post shared on her social media page, the actress disclosed that a decade of resentment, public disputes and broken communication has come to an end, describing the reconciliation as a result of faith, humility and divine intervention.
According to Tonto, what once appeared damaged beyond repair has been restored through what she called God’s mercy and the sincere prayers of their child. She noted that peace has replaced chaos, and respect has returned where anger once dominated.
“We are living proof that the Word of God is eternal and unfailing,” she wrote. “After ten long years of public battles, deep wounds, bitterness and pain, God stepped in. What human effort could not fix, God healed.”
The actress expressed gratitude to Churchill for choosing peace and yielding to God’s word, stressing that obedience, even when difficult, can lead to restoration.
“I am deeply grateful to the father of my child, Dr Kunle, for yielding to God’s word and choosing peace,” she stated. “Obedience to God always births restoration, even when the road has been long and painful.”
Tonto also used the moment to encourage others facing similar struggles, urging them not to lose hope despite pain or misunderstanding.
“To anyone standing where I once stood, tired and wounded, please hear this: God has not abandoned you. Your story is not over,” she wrote.
She concluded by praying that the renewed relationship would remain rooted in grace, mercy and love, describing their journey as a testimony that reconciliation is possible, no matter how long it takes.
See her post below;
https://www.instagram.com/p/DT5df1YiIG9/?igsh=MWxpbTFkcXBjcG56ZA==
Mr Eazi has rubbished claims that he and his wife, Temi Otedola, have become parents.
The speculation was ignited after social media influencer Kolaqhazim posted what appeared to be an AI-generated image on X, showing Temi cradling a newborn, alongside a message suggesting the couple had welcomed a baby girl following their eight-year relationship.
The post attracted widespread attention, with fans flooding the comment section with congratulatory messages.
Reacting to the claim, Mr Eazi dismissed the story with humour, questioning its authenticity by asking, “Is Temi aware of this?”
Recall that Temi Otedola, the daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, married the singer in a series of high-profile ceremonies in Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland last year.
Meanwhile, as of now, neither Mr Eazi nor Temi Otedola has made any official statement confirming a pregnancy or the birth of a child.
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