Davido’s Father Confirms DNA Tests Show 12-Year-Old Anuoluwapo Is Not Singer’s Child

Adedeji Adeleke, father of Afrobeats star Davido, has addressed ongoing paternity claims involving his son, saying DNA tests confirm that 12-year-old Anuoluwapo is not the singer’s child. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos on Wednesday, Mr Adeleke described the claims as “unnecessary” and said while his son cannot be responsible for a child who is not biologically his, “Anu deserves to know her father.” According to him, “five DNA tests have been done to verify the paternity claim, but all of them have proved otherwise.” Despite this, he said the family has provided support for Anu over the years. “I often send money for Anu’s school fees and her upkeep,” he said, adding that her aunt always sends receipts and evidence of purchases made for the 12-year-old. “Up until last year, I sorted out the school fees while I stayed in touch with Anu’s aunt. This, Davido did not know about. I did not discuss it with David or anybody.” The paternity dispute resurfaced in mid-January after Anu allegedly appealed on Instagram for a fresh DNA test, claiming she faced years of bullying and emotional distress because of the paternity rumors. Davido has denied being the father, stating that multiple DNA tests at different hospitals have returned negative results. A leaked chat purportedly showed him warning the child’s mother that he would take legal action if the issue continued. Anu’s mother, Ayotomide Labinjoh, disputed Davido’s claims about multiple tests. She said, “only one DNA test was conducted,” and alleged that the 2014 test “was compromised at a clinic.” She requested a new, independent test supervised by the U.S. Embassy or State Department to ensure transparency, citing Davido’s U.S. citizenship. Dr Adeleke provided further context, explaining that he first learned of the claim in 2014 after receiving a DHL package from Ibadan containing photographs of Davido and the child, a birth certificate listing “Adeleke David” as the father, and a letter from the child’s grandmother. He said the grandmother sought only confirmation of paternity and responsibility. “She said her eldest daughter informed her that David Adeleke was responsible for her pregnancy after meeting him when he came to Ibadan for a show. She said her daughter gave birth to a baby girl and asked that David step up for a paternity test. She stated clearly that she was not asking David to marry her daughter, only to confirm paternity and take responsibility if confirmed.” Adeleke said he personally arranged a DNA test at Vedic Lifecare Hospital in Lagos, with samples analyzed in South Africa. “Immediately I read the letter, even before speaking to David, I called the woman. I told her I hadn’t spoken to my son yet, but if the child was truly my granddaughter, she had no problem with me. I would welcome her into my family happily,” he said. He described how the test was conducted: “Only David, myself, the grandmother, the mother, and the child were allowed into the room. Samples were taken using saliva, not blood, and sealed for analysis.” The results showed a 0.00 percent match, conclusively excluding Davido as the father. “The DNA profile is clear. DNA will not change even if it is done ten times,” he said. To remove any doubt, Adeleke offered to conduct two additional tests at other reputable centers, covering accommodation and logistics for the family. “The grandmother broke down and cried. I told her mistakes could happen and suggested we do two more DNA tests at other reputable centres. I offered to keep them in Lagos for a week at my expense so additional tests could be carried out.” All tests returned the same conclusion. Addressing calls to make the DNA results public, Adeleke said, “It is dangerous for anyone’s DNA profile to be in the public domain,” adding, “What is one more? Is it that I cannot afford to take care of her? But there is science. And science is clear.” He also criticized social media personality Kemi Olunloyo, accusing her of impersonating the girl online and spreading false claims about his family. “She says she was my wife’s best friend. How can that be? I never met her,” he said. Concluding the briefing, Adeleke urged the public to disregard online narratives about the case, calling them “misleading and driven by impersonation and misinformation.” "I have 14 grandchildren…" Davido's father, Deji Adeleke addresses the press regarding the controversies surrounding the paternity of Anu. pic.twitter.com/lsJnuePiIE — @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) January 21, 2026

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He Wasn’t Super Rich When We Met – Ayo Labinjoh Shares New Evidence Backing Davido Paternity Claim Over Daughter

Ayo Labinjoh, who claims to be the mother of Davido’s alleged daughter Anu Adeleke, has shared fresh details to support her long-standing assertions about the singer and their child. In a post on social media, Labinjoh addressed ongoing speculation and critics, writing: “Good morning from Ayo Labinjoh. So I heard that I want to make Anu Davido’s daughter by fire by force!! What if he was poor — would I not fight for my child’s identity since the September 2014 FAKE DNA TEST? Davido was not super rich when I met him. I only knew him as an upcoming, fast-rising singer at the February 2013 Dami Duro concert afterparty in Ibadan and as a son of a businessman.” Labinjoh also called out media personality Daddy Freeze, accusing him of protecting Davido’s image instead of facilitating an independent DNA test. She said Freeze saw one of the “supposed five DNA tests” she shared from #DrKemi Olunloyo’s 2018 investigation, yet publicly declared that Davido is not Anu’s father rather than verifying the results. She noted that even figures close to the Adeleke family, including Dele Momodu, who is an uncle to Davido’s other children, have chosen not to intervene. Labinjoh claimed her daughter Anu became vocal about her identity but was “cursed out, bullied and threatened,” though she was promised the release of the five DNA test results for public viewing. Labinjoh also challenged Davido directly, questioning whether he sent money on Anu’s naming ceremony in November 2013 or why a video call from his phone appeared on November 9, 2025 — the same day his #5Alive concert took place in Ibadan. She asked if his contact was about a DNA test or simply sparked by Anu’s growing social media presence. Expressing frustration, she wrote: “You are a boy, NOT a man!! You are a dad, NOT a father!!” She also listed the dates of the five DNA tests she claims were conducted: Anu Adeleke – September 2014 Imade Adeleke – June 2015 Hailey Adeleke – May 2017 Dawson Adeleke – June 2021 Ivanna Bayy – June 2023 (in‑utero, #Terminated) Labinjoh concluded by appealing for Dr. Kemi Olunloyo’s contact, noting that the journalist has been sending Anu a yearly token of 300,000 Naira. Her latest post has reignited public debate over the paternity dispute, with supporters urging clarity and others backing Davido, who maintains that previous DNA tests have already settled the matter.

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Davido’s Influence Surpasses Music, Burna Boy Dominates Stage – Seyi Sodimu

Seyi Sodimu has drawn a clear line between the kind of power Davido and Burna Boy command, saying their influence operates on very different levels. During an appearance on the What I Know podcast, the veteran musician praised Burna Boy for his musical authority, noting that his strength lies in performance and stage control. According to Sodimu, Burna Boy’s impact is firmly rooted in music and artistry. “Burna Boy has conquered the stage. And he is good.” He contrasted this with Davido, whom he described as a figure whose influence extends well beyond entertainment. Sodimu argued that Davido’s reach cuts across society and could easily translate into political success. “Davido surpasses music.” To drive home his point, he claimed that Davido would have no trouble winning an election if he decided to run for office. “What do I mean by that? If Davido ran for governor today, he would win. But I don’t think Burna Boy could win as a governor.” Sodimu’s remarks echo an earlier prediction by Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, who once suggested that Davido could eventually become governor of Osun State. That idea appears less far-fetched given Davido’s political connections, as his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, currently serves as the governor of Osun State.

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Shaffy Bello Says Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy Have Reached Fela’s Global Status

Actress Shaffy Bello has claimed that Nigerian music stars Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy have achieved the same level of international recognition as the late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Speaking on the podcast What I Know, co-hosted by Korty EO, Bello pointed to the trio’s global influence, wealth, and fame as evidence that they have reached a status comparable to Fela’s legendary impact. When asked if any contemporary Nigerian artists could match Fela’s iconic legacy, she said, “I feel some of our guys have reached that. The Big 3 have reached it already. International recognition is what we affirm as reaching that level. In terms of recognition, power, and money, I feel like our Big 3—or even Big 4—have reached Fela’s level already. I mean, Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and even Asake, too.” Her remarks follow earlier comments by Fela’s son, Seun Kuti, who cautioned against comparing current artists to his father and stressed the importance of honoring Fela’s enduring legacy.

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Anu Adeleke’s Mother Shares Alleged DNA Result, Rejects Davido’s Claims of Multiple Tests

The paternity dispute between Nigerian superstar Davido and his alleged daughter, Anu Adeleke, has taken a new turn with the emergence of a purported DNA result. Anu’s mother, Ayo Labinjoh, shared the result on Instagram, calling it “the ONLY DNA TEST” and dismissing claims that multiple tests had ever been conducted. She wrote: “Fake!! No swab, just blood. Not 2, Not 5. We still haven’t seen Davido post today online and in newspapers. Dr Olunloyo fought for Anu a lot.” The post included a message from journalist Kemi Olunloyo and a copy of the alleged DNA result, which Labinjoh said originated from talks initiated by the late family attorney Ayo Labinjoh in 2014. According to her, this remains the only verified test, contradicting Davido’s lawyer’s previous claims of multiple tests. Olunloyo also shared her investigative findings from 2018, confirming the legitimacy of the 2014 test and criticizing Davido for ignoring prior demands regarding Anu. She stated: “He’s an adult, so if he wants to call his family, get advice. Ayo is not Sophia.” Labinjoh outlined the family’s demands, which include a blind DNA test in the US, six years of unpaid child support, monthly financial support until Anu turns 18, and the issuance of both Nigerian and US passports for the teenager. She emphasized: “NO COMPROMISE!! FINISH!” The dispute continues to attract national attention, with the validity of DNA tests and questions of responsibility and accountability remaining at the center of public debate.

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Mother of Alleged Davido Daughter Demands Fair DNA Test

Ayo Labinjoh, mother of Anu, the teenage girl claiming to be Davido’s daughter, has caused a stir online with fresh statements about her daughter’s paternity. Taking over her daughter’s social media account to allow Anu to focus on her mental health and school, Labinjoh said she is currently traveling to Lagos and Ibadan. She accused Davido of refusing to communicate privately despite Anu’s request for a discussion and called for an independent DNA test. “This is Ayo Labinjoh. Thank you for all your DMs. I am currently on the road traveling on my way to Lagos first, then IB. I’m a business trader and travel a lot across West Africa. I have asked Anu to log out of this account and I will be taking over again full time. I want her to focus on her mental health and school work. She asked David if he wanted to talk to me but he refused. We could have worked out an independent DNA test for Anu,” she wrote. Labinjoh strongly disputed Davido’s claims that five DNA tests had been conducted, calling the reports “delusional.” She said, “To say you did 5 DNA tests, not even two anymore silencing us all these years is delusional. You want to contact us privately but tell people publicly that I’m a bitch and obsessed fan you paid off after 5 negative tests, call our child mad and bullied her to the core on January 15th, 2026.” She added that the family has yet to see any published results of these alleged tests. She also revealed plans to register Anu as a US citizen at the American Embassy using a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA), which requires acknowledgement of paternity or a DNA test. “We are ready for our 2nd DNA test supervised by David’s embassy. NOBODY CAN SILENCE ANU,” she wrote. Labinjoh further claimed that the 2014 DNA test was mishandled, saying, “The only DNA test was altered September 2014. There was no DNA swab. They took Anu’s blood and Davido’s blood was drawn separately in a room we were not allowed to enter. The false negative test with a big bag of money. There is no record of 5 DNA tests anywhere, and I never picked any hospital. Dr Adeleke picked the hospital lab and paid for it. It is not ours.” Her statements have reignited public debate, with Labinjoh insisting that the family seeks a fair and transparent DNA test to finally settle the paternity question.

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Hellen Ati Appeals To Davido To Adopt Anu Amid DNA Controversy

Hellen Ati, the woman linked to nightlife figure Cubana Chief Priest, has appealed to Afrobeats star Davido to show kindness to Anu, the 11-year-old girl at the centre of the ongoing paternity controversy. Reacting to the DNA dispute involving the singer and the child who claims to be his daughter, the Kenyan woman said Davido is known for his love for children and should consider supporting the girl regardless of the DNA outcome. She suggested adoption as an option, stressing that it would not diminish the singer in any way. “Please just help her. You can still adopt her, it doesn’t mean anything. I know you love children a lot, not like Pascal Okechukwu, big belle for no reason.”

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Anu Adeleke’s Alleged Mother Breaks Silence, Accuses Davido Of Bullying And Insists Daughter Is Fighting For Her Identity

The woman behind the renewed paternity controversy involving Davido has issued a lengthy clarification, saying her decision to speak out was driven solely by concern for her daughter’s wellbeing. Using her daughter’s Instagram account, she identified herself as Ayo Labinjoh and firmly rejected being described as Davido’s baby mama or being labeled a prostitute. She said she has deliberately stayed away from public drama over the years to protect her daughter from emotional harm caused by constant online attacks and bullying. “Good evening, we are heading to bed now. First things first, my name is Ayo Labinjoh. I’m NOT Davido’s baby mama or a bitch. I am very protective of my daughter’s mental health after the level of bullying she went through for years. My daughter cried for days, fainted in school and went through psychotherapy.” According to her, the family had largely moved on from the issue until it resurfaced again, dragging her daughter back into public attention. She accused Davido of ignoring her for years while privately portraying her as a prostitute, a claim she strongly denied. “David Adeleke has largely ignored me for years because he thought he picked up a prostitute from GQClub in Ibadan. I was a waitress and not picked up on the streets. I come from a good home.” She went on to speak about her background and her late father, while also describing her daughter as intelligent, tech-savvy and highly protected from conversations about her family at school. She stressed that she keeps no friends and ensures no one discusses her daughter’s personal life with her. Labinjoh also challenged Davido’s claim that five DNA tests had been conducted. She alleged that the testing process was mishandled from the beginning and that the public had been misled about the number of tests done. “Dr Deji Adeleke took us to a LAB not a hospital where Anu’s blood was drawn in 2014 then discarded behind our backs and fake result was printed,” she claimed, adding that Nigerians were previously told two tests were done before the narrative later changed to five. She expressed shock that her daughter began trending again on social media, saying it followed renewed denials and insults from Davido. “To my shock she was trending on X because her dad needed to call me a bitch that he’s never met yet he subjected himself to a DNA test 5X?” Labinjoh further alleged that Davido contacted her daughter directly, accusing him of threatening and bullying the teenager through private messages. “My daughter is fighting for her identity. David chatted my daughter tonight threatening to lock me up, cursing Anu and repeatedly bullying her.” She concluded by insisting that the situation is not about financial gain but about her daughter’s right to know her identity. She said she plans to seek an independently supervised DNA test, possibly involving international authorities, to ensure transparency. “My daughter did not beg to be here… Bullying my daughter is WRONG.”

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