Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has spoken candidly about the painful loss of his firstborn son, Ifeanyi Adeleke, and the resilience it took to move forward.
In an emotional interview with NBC, the award-winning singer described the tragedy as a life-altering experience. “It changed my life,” Davido said. “My wife and I were talking the other day and I told her, ‘I’m proud of us.’” He revealed that fans from around the world have reached out to commend him for his strength in the face of unimaginable grief.
Ifeanyi, born in Atlanta on October 20, 2019, tragically passed away on October 31, 2022, after drowning in the family’s swimming pool at their Banana Island residence in Lagos. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. and sent shockwaves across Nigeria, sparking widespread sorrow. The Lagos State Police confirmed the child’s death, launching an investigation in which eight household staff members were taken in for questioning.
A year later, in October 2023, Davido and his wife, Chioma, welcomed a set of twins a boy and a girl via cesarean section in the United States. Today, the couple embraces parenthood again with joy, often describing their home as filled with the sound of laughter and playful shouts from their young children.
Their love story reached another milestone in August 2025 when they tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Miami, Florida. In a deeply personal tribute, Davido wore custom cufflinks engraved with Ifeanyi’s image, while Chioma carried a wedding bouquet adorned with his photograph a symbolic reminder that their late son remains forever in their hearts.
Over the years, Davido has continued to release chart-topping hits, using his platform not only to entertain but also to inspire resilience and hope. His openness about grief and recovery has resonated deeply with fans, reinforcing his status not just as a music icon, but as a figure of strength in the face of tragedy.
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