According to a report by Legit NG, veteran journalist and publisher Dele Momodu has broken his silence regarding the ongoing and highly publicized child custody dispute between Afrobeats superstar Davido and his niece, Sophia Momodu. The veteran media mogul indicated that efforts are being made behind the scenes to resolve the matter amicably.
The rift, which has seen both parties exchange heated legal petitions and social media jabs, centers on the welfare and custody arrangements for their daughter, Imade. Dele Momodu’s intervention comes after a series of public outcries and accusations of cyberbullying filed by Sophia’s legal team against the singer.
In his statement, Momodu emphasized the importance of family unity and the need to protect the child from the “toxic” nature of a public legal battle. He noted that he is currently in talks with the Adeleke family to find a middle ground that prioritizes the child’s best interests over parental grievances.
Fans of the singer and followers of the “Imade saga” have reacted with a mix of relief and skepticism, as previous attempts at private reconciliation have historically leaked into the public domain.
* Daily Post Nigeria (News Outlet): “We’re in talks with Adeleke’s family to resolve Sophia, Davido custody dispute – Dele Momodu.”
* Nigerian Entertainment Today (TheNET): “Dele Momodu, publisher of Ovation International, has moved to calm public concerns… child custody dispute being sorted.”
Echotitbits take:
Dele Momodu acting as the “elder” in this situation is a strategic move to de-escalate a PR nightmare for both brands. Davido is at the peak of his global career, and a messy court case is the last thing he needs. If this mediation holds, expect a joint statement soon; if not, the lawyers will be back in the headlines by next month.
Source: The Guardian — https://guardian.ng/life/we-are-working-behind-the-scenes-dele-momodu-speaks-on-davido-sophia-custody-dispute/ February 21, 2026
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