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Davido sues baby mama for child custody

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4 months ago

June 20, 2024

Nigeria’s Afrobeats sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has dragged one of his baby-mamas, Sophia Momodu, the mother of his first child, Imade, to court, seeking custody of their daughter.

In the suit marked LD/1587PMC/2024, filed at the Lagos State High Court on his behalf by his lawyers, Dr Olaniyi Arije and Okey Barrah, the multiple award winner is seeking, among other prayers for an order granting joint custody of the child.

In the alternative, the singer prayed to the court for “an order granting to the applicant unfettered and unrestricted access to Miss Imade.”

The originating motion was supported by a 44-paragraph affidavit deposed to by Davido himself.

Davido narrated that though he had a relationship with Momodu that led to the birth of their child on May 14, 2015, the relationship had ended some years ago “while we resolved to take care of our child as biological father and mother.”

“That it is on record that I have been responsible for the payment of all the school fees of my daughter to provide her with the best education possible and to meet all her educational needs without a hitch,” the “Unavoidable” singer said.

Continuing, the summons said:

“That I have also been providing money for the rent of the apartment where the respondent resides with our daughter.”

He added that as a result of the love he had for Imade, he purchased and offered the mother a N200m worth apartment in a condominium gated community with a swimming pool and 24-hour power and water supply at Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos. An offer he claimed was turned down.

“The respondent rejected the offer to stay and live at the above-described secured Oniru apartment, which had been purchased already, but demanded that I continue to pay N5,000,000 annually for a rented facility as my own contribution towards my daughter’s accommodation.

“I bought a Range Rover Sport Utility Vehicle for the use of the child and the respondent to meet the transport needs, including transportation of the child to and from school, etc.”

He however, stated that sometime last year, he received a call from her daughter’s school that Imade had been absent for two weeks, and upon his inquiry from Momodu, “She began to make excuses and complained that the Range Rover SUV was not in a good condition, however, she refused to inform me about that.”

“That sequel to the information about the said condition of the vehicle, I provided another vehicle, Highlander SUV, and in addition, the sum of N5.8m as requested by her for the repair of the Range Rover SUV, making it two vehicles in the custody and use of the respondent and our daughter.”

“I also made commitments to pay for living expenses, the fees of the nanny to our child, provide medical and health care, insurance, periodic international travel expenses and tickets.

“That notwithstanding my efforts in the overall interest of my daughter, the respondent has continued to make outlandish and Utopian demands to frustrate me.”

Davido also listed other demands allegedly made by Momodu.

“The respondent, among others, is demanding that I should pay the nanny she hired the sum of $800 per month, and that the total sum of $19,600 per annum be paid as a lump sum.”

He further claimed that despite his contribution towards ensuring a better life for their daughter, “the respondent has continued to show me unwarranted cruelty, inflicting so much pain on me.”

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Algeria accuses renowned Singer Cheb Khaled of spying for Morocco

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9 hours ago

October 21, 2024

Isaac Dachen

Algerian authorities have accused renowned musician, singer and songwriter, Cheb Khaled, of spying for neighbours Morocco as another wave of hostilities brew between the two countries.

Founder of Algerian news outlet, Algeria Par, Al Abdou Semmar, disclosed on his YouTube channel that the military court in Blida, Algeria, hd reportedly forwarded a dossier to the court of Bir Mourad Rais in Algiers, containing serious allegations against the famous artist.

“Cheb Khaled has been friends with Moroccan monarch Mohammed VI for several years,” the journalist said, claiming that Algerian judicial authorities seek to charge Khaled in an alleged espionage case for Morocco.

Semmar further claimed investigations by his news channel has revealed that the singer is suspected and accused of complicity in espionage activities with the Bennacer brothers.

“This refers to the brothers Toufik and Boualem Bennacer, sons of the later General Larbi Bennacer,” the journalist said.

He added that Khaled also faces accusations of “transmitting sensitive information classified as ‘defense secret’ in Algeria to Moroccan authorities.”

“Based in Luxembourg, Cheb Khaled is now wanted by Algerian justice, which wishes to hear him, charge him, and put him on trial,” the journalist said.

He explained that such claims and accusations have come amid the Algerian regime’s hostility towards any party with close ties with Morocco.

“This is not the first time Algeria has arrested individuals and accused them of espionage for Morocco. The latest arrests took place earlier this week in Oran and Sidi Bel Abbès, and involved two Moroccan nationals,’ he said.

Khaled has close ties with Morocco, having performed numerous times in the North African country, where he has millions of Moroccan fans and frequently shares statements expressing his love and passion for Morocco,, referring to it as his second country.

In 2013, he obtained Moroccan citizenship under a royal decree, an act that has repeatedly put him at the heart of controversies among those sharing hostility towards Morocco.

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Tyla shines again as Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show stages comeback

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2 days ago

October 19, 2024

Isaac Dachen

South Africa’s Grammy Award-winning music star, Tyla, has continued to shine on the international scene following another scintillating performance at the Victoria Secret’s Fashion Show first comeback show after a six-year hiatus.

The show, which was held at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York, featured Tyla performing alongside Cher and Lisa from Blackpink. The “Water” crooner stole the show in a dazzling silver and gold lingerie ensemble, complemented with white feathered wings.

A post on the Victoria Secret’s Fashion Show website said when she was announced to perform at the show, Tyla explained she had always been captivated by the show and was excited to be performing at the show.

“Now, I’m thrilled to be performing on this nostalgic and legendary stage. What’s even more exciting is the celebration of diversity, showcasing a broader range of beauty, which makes this moment truly special,” she had reportedly said.

Fondly called the “Pride of Joburg” and the “Goddess of Water”, she explained she did not hesitate for a second to perform and was honoured that she was considered to do so.

Tyla also shone at the pre-show event as she stunned in a pink dress while speaking to the media beforehand.

In what proved to be a standout moment for all South Africans, legendary supermodel, Candice Swanepoel, joined Tyla during her performance as she made a return to the runway alongside other global supermodels such as Adriana Lima and Gigi Hadid.