- Singer continues tradition of birthday philanthropy.
- Fans laud his commitment to social impact.
Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has received widespread praise for announcing a ₦300 million donation to orphanages and organisations fighting drug addiction among Nigerian youth.
The Grammy-nominated artist made the announcement on Monday via his official X account, revealing that the donation would mark his 32nd birthday on November 21.
He wrote:
“Once again, for my birthday this year, we are donating to orphanages and a charity that helps young people stay away from drug abuse and addiction. This year, it’s ₦300m. Details to follow soon.”
Davido has consistently used his birthdays as an opportunity for impactful philanthropy through his Davido Adeleke Foundation. His gesture has sparked reactions across social media, with fans and supporters applauding his dedication to giving back to society.
Social Media Reactions
A user, @egungunn, said:
“I don’t have ₦300 million, but I will support businesses with ₦2 million on Davido’s birthday. That’s massive… we rise by lifting others here.”
Another fan, @RealCheeta, described the act as inspiring:
“Your commitment to making a difference in the lives of others is truly inspiring. I can’t wait to hear more about the details and how we can support this cause.”
@AfrokonnectNG added:
“Davido is showing what it means to use fame and success for a greater purpose. Supporting orphanages and tackling drug abuse shows a deep commitment to community impact. Big respect for this generous contribution—it’s actions like these that make a difference.”
A Tradition of Giving
Davido first embraced this tradition in 2021, when he raised over ₦200 million after publicly sharing his bank account details, and then donated the funds to orphanages across Nigeria.
In 2022, he formally launched the Davido Adeleke Foundation to support vulnerable children. By 2023, the foundation announced it had provided over ₦200 million in aid to orphanages, benefiting 13,818 children nationwide.
This year’s gesture, which focuses on orphanages and anti-drug campaigns, highlights Davido’s expanding scope of philanthropy.
Fans and observers have hailed the artist as a role model, encouraging others in the entertainment industry to emulate his approach to societal impact.
