Ayotomide Labinjo, mother of 11-year-old Anu Adeleke, has spoken out following the viral uproar caused by her daughter’s bold video statement.
In the clip, shared on Sunday, January 5, Anu Adeleke confidently introduced herself as the eldest daughter of Davido , expressing gratitude to everyone who made her 11th birthday, celebrated on January 4, 2024, memorable. However, her claim of Adeleke’s heritage sparked widespread reactions on social media.
The controversy drew a swift response from Davido’s former lawyer, Prince, who challenged Anu’s assertion He refuted her claims by presenting detailed DNA evidence questioning the validity of her alleged connection to the prominent Adeleke family.
Hours after the controversy erupted, Ayotomide Labinjo, who has long been rumored to have had a brief encounter with Davido in 2013, broke her social media silence, reappearing online after an extended hiatus.
On Monday, January 6, she shared an emotionally raw post on her page, reflecting on her journey of resilience. She opened up about the scars she has borne and her continuing pursuit of healing.
She wrote; “All wounds heal one day, Always pick yourself up after setback.”
Her return to the spotlight triggered a wave of mixed reactions. While some harshly accused her of using her daughter for attention, others showed support, backing her claims that Davido is Anu’s father.
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Ayotomide’s name has been linked to Davido before. In 2018, investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo made explosive claims, alleging that Davido fathered a child with Ayotomide.
According to Kemi, the two crossed paths after a February 2013 concert in Ibadan, where Ayotomide, reportedly working as a club hostess, caught the singer’s attention. Their interaction was described as a fleeting one-night stand, but the allegations carried significant weight.
Kemi also accused Davido of abandoning Ayotomide and the child, claiming he refused to provide emotional or financial support, leaving them to fend for themselves.