Kemi Olunloyo, the outspoken investigative journalist known for her controversial statements, has launched a sharp critique of Afrobeats star Davido on social media. She accused him of being all talk and lacking substance regarding his late motherâs family in Edo State.
Recently, Davido expressed his interest in the Edo governorship election on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting that his late mother, Imade Veronica Adeleke, hailed from Edo State, which increased his personal stake in the election.
However, Kemi quickly responded, accusing Davido of âchasing cloutâ while allegedly neglecting his motherâs family in private. She claimed that despite his public displays of pride in his Edo heritage, he has distanced himself from his roots for years.
Kemi alleged that billionaire businessman Deji Adeleke, Davidoâs father, played a significant role in this estrangement, intentionally keeping young Davido away from his motherâs relatives after her tragic passing when he was just nine years old.
She also hinted at unresolved issues in Deji and Veronicaâs marriage before her untimely death, suggesting these may have contributed to the strained family ties.
In her bold statement, Kemi urged Davido to stop using his motherâs name for political gain and instead focus on rebuilding relationships with her family in Edo, emphasizing the need for him to mend the fractures he has long overlooked.