Afrobeats megastar Davido has set social media ablaze with heartfelt photos of his reunion with his daughter, Imade Adeleke, after more than a year of public and legal disputes with her mother, Sophia Momodu. The Grammy-nominated singer, on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, shared a touching photo and video with Imade, captioning it: “Best day of my life.”
The reunion comes amid a lingering custody battle that began in April 2024, when Davido filed a suit at the Lagos State High Court seeking custody of Imade. The singer accused Sophia of deliberately denying him access to their daughter, despite fulfilling his financial responsibilities. Sophia responded with a 102-paragraph counter-affidavit, claiming that Davido abandoned his role as a father when she ended their sexual relationship. The matter was later referred for resolution through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), according to Sophia’s uncle and veteran journalist, Dele Momodu.
This latest development has triggered a flood of reactions from Nigerians online, with fans and critics alike pouring into the comment sections on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook to share their thoughts on the highly publicized family affair. Many hailed the moment as a win for fatherhood and reconciliation, while others questioned Davido’s motives and consistency.
Here are some of the top reactions gathered across platforms:
@ayomi: “Missed seeing them together.”
@motivational_atmosphere: “Thank you Jesus. God bless you Sophia and David. The devil didn’t win on this. Thank you dear God.”
@dutch: “I’ll always celebrate a father who chooses and fights to be present.”
@mercyjames23: “Whenever this guy is with Imade, you will see genuine laughter, deep sincere and obvious happiness. Truly, Imade and Davido have a stronger bond. Thank you Sophia.”
@nekky: “So happy for them. Every child needs their father, especially a girl child.”
@help!!!!!!!!!!: “After refusing to pay Imade’s school fees for 3 years, now you want to use her for clout. This is what Sophia complained about in court.”
@madam kee: “God bless him for not giving up on her.”
@oreoluwa: “Not one of the best, but the best. Okay.”
@decency: “Responsible father. I can’t say same for other guys tho.”
@an elite forever: “Naso e suppose be. No gain for fight. I love you.”
@miere_ave: “Imade’s mom is smart. She needs some cash to celebrate Imade’s birthday so she needs Davido. Smart moves. I’m so happy. Daddy and his girls. God bless everyone that made this possible.”
@african giant: “Blood is thicker than water. Seeing is believing. No need to ask.”
Many fans expressed hope that the reunion signaled the start of a healthier co-parenting dynamic, while others speculated that the emotional display could be tied to upcoming events—particularly Imade’s birthday in June.
Despite the backlash and allegations surrounding the custody dispute, Davido’s photo with Imade has struck a chord with millions who have followed his journey as a father navigating fame and family. For many, the post wasn’t just a celebrity update—it was a powerful image of resilience, reconciliation, and fatherly love.
As the internet continues to buzz, one truth remains: Imade and her father are back together, and the world is watching every step of their healing.
