A heartwarming moment unfolded on Wednesday night as Nigerian music icon David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, shared a photo with his daughter, Imade Adeleke, marking a significant breakthrough in a heated custody battle that has captivated public attention for over a year.
The singer’s reunion with his first child comes months after he dragged his baby mama, Sophia Momodu, to the Lagos State High Court in April 2024. Davido had accused Sophia of deliberately keeping him away from Imade, prompting his legal action to gain custody or at least regulated access.
Sophia, in a blistering 102-paragraph counter-affidavit, pushed back strongly, alleging that Davido neglected his fatherly duties after she ended their intimate relationship. She maintained that her decisions were based on ensuring her daughter’s emotional and physical well-being, not personal grudges.
The case gained more traction after respected journalist and Sophia’s uncle, Dele Momodu, publicly weighed in. He revealed on Facebook that the court had recommended the duo explore resolution through the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism, a process aimed at de-escalating tension and reaching mutual agreement without prolonged litigation.
While official details of the ADR proceedings remain undisclosed, Davido’s jubilant post featuring a smiling Imade sent shockwaves across social media. He captioned it, “Best day of my life,” signaling a potentially positive shift in what had become an emotionally charged parental standoff.
Fans and celebrities have since flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages, hoping the new development marks the beginning of a healthier co-parenting arrangement between the superstar and his ex.
Though neither party has confirmed whether a formal agreement has been signed, the visible joy on both father and daughter suggests a thawing of tensions — at least for now — and a hopeful turn in the saga that has drawn empathy and criticism in equal measure.
