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Court Recommends Alternative Dispute Resolution For Davido, Sophia Momodu’s Custody Battle
The custody battle between Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido and his first baby mama, Sophia Momodu, has taken a new turn.
Dele_Momodu, a renowned journalist and Sophia’s uncle, has disclosed that the court has referred the case for possible settlement through alternative dispute resolution (ADR). This development comes amid a highly publicised legal struggle over the custody of their daughter, Aurora Imade Adeleke.
In a statement shared on his official social media handles, Momodu urged both parties to engage sincerely with the ADR process and to avoid making harmful statements on social media. He emphasised the importance of prioritising the welfare of their daughter and keeping the matter out of the public eye.
“The court yesterday referred the case for possible settlement by ADR during Settlement Week. I strongly advise that David and Sophia should engage truly with the process instead of making harmful and irreversible statements on social media, which not only violate the law but also harm the interests of their child,” Momodu wrote. He added, “I have spent the past nine years trying to ensure amicable resolution of disputes and encouraging both parents to establish a proper structure for their daughter’s welfare. It is important to note that Sophia did not initiate this court action; she is only seeking to protect their child and ensure there is a structured, safe, and sustainable way for the father and child to engage with each other.”
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This development follows a series of allegations and counter-allegations from both parties. Sophia Momodu recently filed a 102-paragraph counter-affidavit in response to Davido’s lawsuit seeking joint custody of their daughter. In her affidavit, Momodu, represented by her legal team led by Anthony Idigbe SAN of Punuka Attorneys and Dr Bimpe Ajegbomogun, accused Davido of being an absentee father and failing to fulfil his responsibilities.
Davido, on the other hand, claimed that he has consistently met his financial obligations towards their daughter and that Sophia has made unreasonable demands aimed at frustrating him. He is seeking joint custody and unrestricted access to ensure he remains an active part of Imade’s life.
Sophia Momodu’s counter-affidavit also detailed instances of alleged neglect and inappropriate behaviour by Davido. She claimed that the musician only visited their daughter when it suited his media image or to fulfil his sexual desires. Momodu stated that Davido had refused to see their daughter since July 2022 by his own choice and that she had solely borne the responsibility for their daughter’s care for the past two years.
In response, Davido took to his official X page (formerly Twitter) to express his frustration over the allegations. “You constantly bring up the death of my child at any point you can to remind us of this tragedy that haunts us every day of our lives. Imade will grow up to see that I fought for her. As for now, you can have her. P.S.: She won’t be a child forever. Enjoy Imade Aurora Adeleke! Your father loves you!” he wrote.
The legal tussle has seen heated exchanges, with both parties accusing each other of various wrongdoings. Sophia alleged that Davido used their daughter for media stunts and promotions, while Davido claimed that Sophia’s demands were unreasonable and aimed at harassment.
The court proceedings have also drawn attention to the publication of hearing notices in national newspapers, where the name of their daughter was mentioned multiple times. Chief Idigbe, representing Sophia, highlighted this issue and reminded the court of the provisions of the Child’s Rights Law of Lagos State 2015, which prohibits the publication of a child’s name in such cases. The judge concurred and instructed that the child’s name should not be mentioned in future publications.
Model Olajumoke Orisaguna, popularly known as Olajumoke Onibread, has opened up about her traumatic experiences in her marriage, accusing her ex-husband, Sunday Orisaguna, of domestic violence and ruining her career.
In an interview with City FM, Olajumoke shared harrowing details of her past, highlighting the abuse she endured during her time in her ex-husband’s family home in Ire, Osun State.
“We stayed in my husband’s family house at Ire in Osun State, and there is no way you stay in such a place that you would not encounter problems,” she recounted.
Olajumoke revealed that her mother-in-law’s hostility exacerbated the situation, as her ex-husband often sided with his mother without hearing her perspective.
“He would not hear my own side of the story before beating me. Whenever I had a misunderstanding with his mother, he would beat me to the extent that my face and body would be swollen. Sometimes he would even use a belt,” she said.
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She further explained how she kept the abuse hidden to avoid upsetting her mother, who also lived nearby. Despite the hardships, Olajumoke continued to support the family financially, as her husband was unemployed.
Reflecting on a pivotal moment in January 2016, Olajumoke described the day she decided to leave:
“We were frying akara for his dad’s remembrance when I had an issue with his elder sister. As usual, he beat me up, and I decided that I was going to leave, move to Lagos, and start working at the bakery because I had been there before.”
Three days later, she relocated to Lagos with her two children. According to Olajumoke, the separation led to further challenges as her ex-husband began tarnishing her reputation, contributing to her career’s decline.
“Everything started going down the drain after separation because he started spoiling my name. Since then, things started going down,” she lamented.
Olajumoke, who rose to fame in 2016 after a chance encounter during a photoshoot with British rapper Tinie Tempah and photographer TY Bello, is now using her platform to shed light on the struggles she endured.
The model’s story has reignited conversations about domestic abuse and the societal pressures faced by women in similar situations.
Nigerian music icon Davido, popularly known as ‘OBO,’ is being celebrated across the globe as he marks his 32nd birthday today, November 21.
Fans, supporters, and friends have flooded social media with goodwill messages, prayers, and tributes to honour the Unavailable crooner.
In a heartfelt post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Davido expressed gratitude for reaching this milestone. “Big 32 soon! Omo, God is good. Happy to be alive! My eyes don see shege! But steady my fans dey shout shekpe!” he wrote, reflecting on his journey and the unwavering support of his fan base, the ‘30BG.’
Fans were quick to shower the superstar with love and admiration:
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@prettymfon wrote: “OBO baddest!!! 30BG everywhere you go!!! Happy birthday to the real GOAT, 001. God bless you more and more. May you live long to reap the fruits of your labour. Enjoy!!!”
@AbiolaBlackdiva added: “Happy birthday baba ibeji.”
@Big_Rosie_ celebrated with: “We mount and still shouting Shekpe 001 happy big 32.”
In a generous act of celebration, Davido’s wife, Chioma Adeleke, announced a giveaway of ₦40 million to 200 people, encouraging participants to subscribe to a YouTube channel as part of the entry process. She posted on X: “To celebrate Davido’s birthday today, I’ll be sharing ₦40million to 200 people. All you have to do is subscribe to the YouTube channel below and drop a screenshot as proof! Good-luck!!!”
Adding to the festivities, Mr Jay Autos LLC, an auto dealership, gifted Davido a brand-new Escalade 600 Premium Luxury. In an announcement, the company stated: “On your birthday our brand Mr Jay Autos LLC has decided to gift you this new Escalade 600 Premium Luxury. We appreciate your patronage and love for the brand. Happy birthday oriade @davido cheers to many more years.”
Davido, who has consistently dominated the Nigerian and global music scene, continues to inspire millions with his talent, resilience, and generosity. As the celebrations unfold, fans worldwide remain united in wishing the 30BG leader more success and happiness in the years to come.
Nigerian beauty queen and Miss Universe runner-up, Chidimma Adetshina has revealed her decision to step away from beauty pageants.
Speaking candidly about her future plans, she shared, “I am putting pageant to bed. I’m going to focus more on my education and establishing who Chidimma is. More into runways. So many things I would like to touch on and see where my potential can go to.”
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Adetshina’s decision comes after a challenging experience during her participation in the Miss Universe competition.
Following this chapter of her life, she has chosen to shift her priorities toward her education, acting aspirations, and exploring her potential in other fields.
Having recently returned to Nigeria from South Africa, where she encountered personal hurdles, Adetshina expressed resilience and a positive outlook. “I hold no grudges,” she noted, emphasizing her focus on growth and new opportunities.
Her announcement has sparked widespread conversations, with many admirers and industry stakeholders praising her courage to redefine her journey.
As she steps into this new phase, Adetshina is determined to embrace fresh challenges and make her mark in diverse areas of interest.
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