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Davido’s son: Police set for autopsy *Nanny, cook still in detention, seven others released
Except the family refuses an autopsy would be performed on the body of Ifeanyi Adeleke, the three-year-old son of David Adeleke, alias Davido, who was said to have drowned in the family swimming pool, by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command, who are digging deep to unravel the true picture of the sad incident.
Indication that the police might conduct an autopsy to determine whether the little boy, born to the popular music artiste, and his fiancée, Chioma Rowland, in 2019, actually died as a result of drowning in a swimming pool at his father’s residence in the Banana Island area of Lagos State.
The PUNCH, is quoting an impeccable source, who confirmed the development, said it was standard practice for the police to conduct an autopsy in such a case, adding, however, that the police would desist from the move if the deceased family members were against it.
“Though the family members are not saying anything yet because they are still in shock but until anybody says stop, the standard procedure is to conduct an autopsy and we are going to follow that procedure just like in any case of death,” the source said.
Explaining further, the source said out of the eight domestic workers interrogated by the police in connection with Ifeanyi’s death, the cook and nanny, whose job was to cater for the wellbeing of the three-year-old boy, had been detained for reasons including the failure to uphold the duty of care of the minor.
“It was the work of the nanny to take care of the child (Ifeanyi); the nanny was negligent or how could the boy have left the house without her knowledge? The boy left the house, walked to the back where the swimming pool is situated and fell into the swimming pool. Nobody noticed until much later. At that point in time, he had drowned and was at the bottom of the swimming pool.
“So, they brought him out and rushed him to the Lagoon Hospital, where the doctors tried unsuccessfully to revive him. They left the hospital and rushed the boy to Evercare Hospital, where he was declared dead. They have deposited his corpse in the mortuary for an autopsy to reveal the cause of death. All the domestic workers at home when the incident happened have been questioned by the police but only the nanny and cook were detained.”
Spokesman of the Lagost State Police Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, a Superintendent of Police (SP), was quoted as saying: “I spoke with the DPO and he said the nanny and the cook have been detained. Other domestic workers brought in for questioning were released.”
However, a former Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Edward Ajogun, who said closed-circuit television could help in throwing more light on the events that led to Ifeanyi’s death, reportedly, said: “Going by the personality of Davido, one should expect that all of these security gadgets are already on the ground. Someone living at Banana Island will surely have all these security gadgets installed. CCTV is like a third eye; it is a technology built to put an environment under surveillance. It is built to serve the purposes of prevention and detection of crime.
“As a crime detection technology, where crime has happened, the CCTV will assist in giving an insight into how that particular crime happened and making it easier to determine who perpetrated that crime.”
Contacted for a follow-up reaction regarding the impact CCTV could play in the ongoing investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding Ifeanyi’s death at Davido’s residence, Hundeyin said, “CCTV will be reviewed if we find any installed at his house.”
Meanwhile, celebrities, politicians, fans and sympathisers, who were traumatised by the tragic development, condoled with Davido and Chioma, who had been inconsolable since the events that led to the death of their son became public knowledge.
Amid the flurry of reactions to Ifeanyi’s death, a self-acclaimed foster brother to Davido, one Emeka Senator, while mourning over the tragedy that befell the couple, hinted in an Instagram post that an admonition about Ifeanyi’s death was ignored.
In a terse statement, he wrote, “The revelation was taken for granted. God, we are sorry.”
The PUNCH gathered that a prophet, Samuel King, had in a Facebook post tagged ‘Global Prophecy’ on January 7, 2022, foretold the death of Davido’s son.
The post read, “PRAY FOR DAVID ADELEKE, aka Davido. In a vision, I saw 2022 with so many opportunities for him, rewards and awards! This is the biggest year for him even until 2023!
“But let’s pray against any arrow of death, especially against his son! Any close loved ones. God revealed to me that it will happen if prayers are not made.”
Following the tragic development that claimed Ifeanyi’s life, the prophet, in a trending video on Tuesday, said he would reach out to Davido on how to pray to avert further tragedies.
“I’ll try my best to reach out to the family and give you the last clue and tell you how you should pray about this,” he said.
As of the time of filing this report, no condolence post was shared on social media by the singer’s three other baby mamas.
The last post on the Instagram page of his first baby mama, Sophia Momodu, showed her advertising an energy drink. It was posted a day before the news of Ifeanyi’s death.
The singer’s third and fourth baby mamas, Amanda, and Larissa London, also didn’t have any fresh posts on social media since the news of Ifeanyi’s death broke.
However, celebrities took to their social media pages to express sadness over the tragedy that claimed the life of the three-year-old.
In their condolence messages, many of them attached pictures of candles to mourn Davido’s son.
On his part, Afrobeat musician, Femi Kuti, said, “Woke up to this terrible news. My deepest condolences to Davido and Chioma. Can’t even begin to imagine how they both must feel.”
Singer Paul Play Dairo, in his post, said, “I’m really lost for words. This is really painful. Take heart, David.”
Also, Nollywood actor, Williams Uchemba, in an Instagram post on Tuesday, said he prayed for Ifeanyi’s death to be a lie.
“I am upset, pained and confused. Nobody deserves to feel this pain. Please say a prayer for David, Chioma and the entire family. Rest up little one,” Uchemba added.
Describing Ifeanyi’s death as a rude shock, actress Iyabo Ojo, in an Instagram post, said, “I was hoping it wasn’t true. My God!!! This is so shocking, sad, devastating and extremely painful.”
Actor Muyiwa Ademola, also said parents burying their children was one of the saddest experiences in life.
Politicians react
The tragedy that befell Davido and Chioma’s son also attracted sympathy from governors and politicians, among others.
In his reaction, the All Progressives Congress presidential flagbearer, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, wished the singer and the Adeleke family the fortitude to bear the loss.
“Oluremi and I send our heartfelt and deepest condolences to David, Chioma, and the entire Adeleke family over the tragic loss of their son, Ifeanyi,” Tinubu said in a post on Twitter.
In the same vein, the People’s Democratic Party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, in a post using his verified Twitter handle, said, “My thoughts and prayers are with Davido and Chioma and the Adeleke family at this time. I pray for God to strengthen and comfort them.”
Sharing in the grief, Atiku’s running mate, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, said as a father, he was extremely heartbroken to learn about the passing of Davido and Chioma’s son, Ifeanyi.
“As we join the entire Adeleke family to mourn the incredible loss experienced by this young couple, we pray that our God in heaven will give them strength,” Okowa added.
The Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, while condoling with the bereaved family in a Twitter post, said he could not imagine the pains they were going through at the moment.
Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in his reaction, described Ifeanyi as a lovable son.
He said, “Death leaves a heartache no words can heal and today, I express my deepest condolences to David and Chioma, over the death of their son.”
Similarly, the Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun, in a Facebook post, while commiserating with the family, said he shared in their grief.
The Osun State governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, who also condoled with Davido and his family, said Ifeanyi’s death was tragic.
On its part, in a statement released by the Osun State chapter of the PDP, the party said it had suspended all political activities for the week following Ifeanyi’s death.
Signed by the chapter’s caretaker Chairman, Akindele Adekunle, the statement read in part, “Following the bereavement affecting the scion of the Adeleke family, Davido, the Osun State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party has suspended political activities for the week.
Also, Senator Bukola Saraki, while reacting to the development, in a post on Twitter, said, “My family sends our condolences to David, Chioma, and the entire Adeleke family on the loss of their adorable son, Ifeanyi. We pray for strength and healing at this difficult time.”
The Oluwo of Iwo land, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, in his condolence message to the couple, urged them to be strong in this period of grief.
Tyla, South African pop sensation, on Sunday, snatched victory once again from Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr and Wizkid, his Nigerian opponents at this year’s edition of Grammy Awards.
In a fiercely contested category, the South African icon, took home for the second time, the Best African Music Performance award category at the 2026 Grammy Awards, held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, in the United States.
Tyla secured the honour with her viral record, “Push 2 Start,” ahead of Burna Boy’s “Love,” Davido and Omah Lay’s collaboration “With You,” Ayra Starr and Wizkid’s “Gimme Dat,” as well as Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin’s “Hope & Love.” The category, introduced to spotlight African creativity, continues to draw global attention as Afrobeats and African pop gain mainstream appeal worldwide.
The victory extends Tyla’s fast-rising dominance in international award circles and highlights South Africa’s growing footprint in the African and global music ecosystem.
For Nigeria, however, the night ended in disappointment. Despite heavy nominations across top categories, no Nigerian artiste returned home with a Grammy trophy in 2026. Established stars such as Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr and Wizkid all fell short, marking one of the rare years Africa’s most influential music nation failed to record a win at the Grammys.
Burna Boy also suffered a setback in the Best Global Music Album category, where his project, “No Sign of Weakness,” lost out to Brazilian legends Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia, whose collaborative live album, “Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo,” claimed the prize.
Tyla’s latest Grammy moment carries historical weight. She is now a two-time winner of the Best African Music Performance category, having first made history in 2024 with her smash hit, “Water,” which earned her the title of the category’s inaugural recipient. Her repeat success signals consistency, global acceptance and the widening space for African female stars in the international music market.
With chart-topping singles and a growing international fan base, Tyla’s rise reflects a broader shift in how African music is consumed and celebrated worldwide. As Afrobeats, Amapiano and African pop continue to dominate playlists across Europe and the United States, competition among African stars at the Grammys is becoming tighter, signalling a new era for the continent’s sound on the world stage.
Nigerian singer and songwriter Raymu, first runner-up of Nigerian Idol Season 10, is set to release a new single titled “With You,” following his recent release “Like You.”
Known for his soulful vocals and emotional depth, Raymu delivers a heartfelt love ballad that leans into intimacy, devotion, and emotional honesty. “With You” is written from real-life experience, allowing listeners into a tender, stripped-back soundscape driven by sincerity rather than trend.
Formerly known as Amb. Lawrence, Raymu’s rebrand reflects a clearer artistic direction focused on authenticity and timeless songwriting. With earlier releases such as “Love Me” and “Like You,” he has continued to build a catalogue centered on vulnerability, connection, and relatable storytelling.
“With You” further establishes Raymu as an artist unafraid to slow things down and lead with emotion, reinforcing his growing presence in Nigeria’s contemporary music space beyond genre expectations.
Senator Ned Nwoko has addressed the controversy surrounding a viral video showing his wife, actress Regina Daniels, in distress, describing her recent behaviour as a result of “drug-influenced” actions.
In a post accompanied by a short video on his Instagram page, Nwoko alleged that the actress was struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, which he claimed had caused turbulence in their marriage.
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“Regina was not always like this. Her current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse is the root of our problem.
“She must continue her rehabilitation programme, or I fear for her life and safety,” he wrote.
According to the senator, the actress recently went on a violent rampage in his absence, assaulting domestic staff and damaging property.
“She slapped and hit three staff in the past 48 hours and destroyed property, including cars and windows, for no just cause.
“Now she has moved to a place where she will have unrestricted access to drugs,” he alleged.
Nwoko said he had offered his wife two rehabilitation options—in Asokoro and Jordan—“where she will not have access to drugs,” but claimed her associates continued to worsen the situation.
“While I took Moon to the hospital, a scene of chaos unfolded at home, orchestrated by Sammy, Regina’s main drug supplier.
“Another known supplier of drugs to Regina is the tiny evil devil called Ann,” he alleged.
The senator’s statement followed a viral clip showing Regina Daniels in a heated confrontation, during which she was heard saying, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my own house, I am a Queen. Not again. I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much.”
Her brother, Ojeogwu Samuel Danhillman, popularly known as Sammy West, later accused Nwoko of violence against his sister, writing on Instagram, “Anywhere wey man dey beat woman, whether na my sister or not, I go fight with my blood.”
Neither Regina Daniels nor her representatives have responded publicly to the senator’s claims. The couple, married since 2019, have long been in the spotlight due to their age difference and high-profile public life.
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