In a rare and emotional press conference held at his Lagos residence on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, billionaire businessman Dr. Adedeji Adeleke addressed the persistent paternity claims linking his son, Afrobeats superstar Davido, to 12-year-old Anuoluwapo (Anu) from Ibadan.
Adeleke, speaking publicly for the first time ever, presented documents showing five DNA tests, all returning 0.00% probability of paternity, with the first conducted in 2014 and samples analyzed in South Africa. He emphasized that the family would have welcomed Anu openly if proven true, noting, “I have 14 grandchildren... I’d have been glad if this girl were my granddaughter so I can spoil her silly like the others.”
Despite the negative results, Adeleke revealed the family had supported Anu’s school fees and her mother’s university education out of compassion. He accused controversial journalist Kemi Olunloyo of orchestrating a years-long campaign, including allegedly impersonating the minor on Instagram to fuel the narrative, calling it potentially illegal.
The controversy resurfaced mid-January when Anu posted an emotional appeal on social media, citing bullying and requesting a fresh test supervised by the U.S. embassy. Her mother disputes the prior results, alleging manipulation.
Adeleke urged peace, stating science has settled the matter, and welcomed any legitimate proof otherwise. The briefing has sparked widespread reactions online, with many praising his measured defense of his family.
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