Afrobeats superstar Davido has come under intense online scrutiny after mistakenly directing his anger at Nigerian gospel artiste Tosin Bee amid his ongoing child custody battle.
The controversy erupted following heated proceedings at the Lagos State High Court over custody arrangements for his daughter, Imade Adeleke.
Courtroom Tension Boils Over
The emotional hearing reportedly saw Davido lose patience with a lawyer representing his estranged partner, Sophia Momodu.
In a strongly worded Instagram post that quickly went viral, the singer accused the lawyer of making insensitive remarks during cross-examination, including references to his late son.
Davido wrote:
“@Belachukwu, I disgraced you in the courtroom… You are a wicked human being. You are the worst lawyer ever. I beat you in court. You are not learned.”
The explosive post fueled conversations across social media, with many reacting to the emotional intensity of the custody dispute.
Mistaken Identity: How Tosin Bee Was Dragged Into the Drama
Shortly after the courtroom outburst, Davido reposted content from Tosin Bee on his Instagram story, apparently assuming a connection between the gospel singer and the lawyer involved in the case.
In the now-deleted post, Davido lashed out, referencing the singer’s mother and son — remarks that triggered immediate backlash from fans.
However, Tosin Bee quickly clarified that he had no connection whatsoever to the lawyer and described the situation as a clear case of mistaken identity.
He responded:
“Hello Mr David, I don’t know anything about the post you made. My mum went to be with the Lord eight years ago. I guess this is a case of mistaken identity… My prayers are with you.”
His calm response shifted public sentiment, with many calling for Davido to issue a public apology.
Social Media Backlash and Public Reaction
The controversy sparked widespread reactions:
Some users condemned the harassment of Tosin Bee.
Others emphasized that emotions should not override courtroom decorum.
A few suggested the incident unintentionally boosted the gospel singer’s visibility.
The online debate further amplified the already high-profile nature of the Davido child custody case.
Davido Withdraws Child Custody Case
Later on Friday, Davido confirmed via X (formerly Twitter) that he would be withdrawing the custody suit. He clarified that he never sought full custody, but rather joint custody of Imade.
“I never asked for full custody. I asked for joint custody. Nobody won, nobody lost but Imade.”
He added that mentioning his deceased son during proceedings was a “lowest blow,” which influenced his decision to discontinue the case.
Details of the Custody Suit
Earlier reports revealed that Davido filed an originating motion marked LD/1587PMC/2024, dated April 17, 2024, seeking:
Joint custody of Imade Adeleke
Alternatively, unrestricted access to his daughter
In a 44-paragraph affidavit, the singer emphasized his financial and emotional involvement in his daughter’s life, including payment of school fees and active parenting responsibilities.
Co-Parenting Despite Legal Dispute
Despite legal tensions between Davido and Sophia Momodu, Imade has continued spending time with her father, including recent public appearances celebrating her achievements.
Observers note that while the court case may be withdrawn, the public spotlight on the Davido custody battle remains intense.
