A long-running paternity controversy involving Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has resurfaced, sparking widespread debate across social media and entertainment circles.
The renewed attention follows a public appeal by a 12-year-old girl, Mitchelle Anuoluwapo, who is alleged to be the singer’s daughter, requesting a DNA test to establish her biological identity.
A Public Plea for Identity
In a video and accompanying posts shared online, the young girl explained that she has lived for years with uncertainty surrounding her paternity. She said the unresolved claim has subjected her to bullying and emotional distress, prompting her to ask Davido to agree to a DNA test for clarity and peace of mind.
According to her, the request is not motivated by fame or financial gain, but by a desire to understand her identity and put an end to lingering questions that have followed her since early childhood.
Davido’s Reaction
Davido responded sharply to the renewed claims, firmly denying any biological link to the child. In posts shared on social media, the award-winning artiste stated that multiple DNA tests had already been conducted in the past, all of which reportedly confirmed that he is not the girl’s father.
He dismissed the fresh request for another test and advised the girl and her family to “go find her father,” insisting that the matter had long been settled. Davido
also maintained that he has never had a personal relationship with the child’s mother beyond the previous DNA test process.Conflicting Narratives
While Davido maintains that several independent DNA tests cleared him, the girl’s family has disputed the credibility of those tests, alleging irregularities and insisting that a properly conducted, mutually agreed test has never been carried out.
These conflicting narratives have kept the controversy alive for over a decade, with each resurgence reigniting public debate about responsibility, privacy, and the ethics of resolving family disputes in the public eye.
Public Reaction
The story has drawn mixed reactions online. While some social media users sympathise with the child’s emotional struggle and call for a transparent resolution, others argue that private legal channels, rather than public appeals, are the appropriate avenue for such sensitive matters.
Media organisations including Vanguard, Punch, Pulse Nigeria, and Naija News have reported various angles of the story, further amplifying public interest.
Where Things Stand
As of now, Davido has reiterated that he considers the issue closed, while the alleged daughter continues to seek a definitive resolution. No legal proceedings or new DNA arrangements have been officially confirmed.
The situation remains a delicate intersection of celebrity, family, and public scrutiny — one that continues to provoke strong opinions across Nigeria’s entertainment landscape.
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