Sophia Momodu, in response to a custody lawsuit filed by Davido, has accused him of abandoning their daughter, Imade Adeleke, for the past two years.
Her legal representatives, Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors and Bimpe Ajegbomogun & Co, disclosed this accusation in a statement dated June 22, 2024, obtained by multiple sources.
The lawsuit, initiated by Davido seeking unrestricted access to Imade, was filed in the Lagos State High Court on April 17, 2024, listing David Adedeji Adeleke as the applicant and Momodu as the respondent.
Davido claims he has fulfilled his paternal duties towards Imade, including covering her school fees, transportation, and accommodation expenses.
However, Sophia Momodu countered that Davido has not seen Imade since July 2022 by his own choice. She emphasized that she has always been open to allowing Davido to visit Imade.
Their relationship, according to Momodu, had two distinct periods: from 2014-2017 and 2020-2022, during which Davido provided financial support for Imade.
Since their split in 2022, Momodu alleged receiving threats from Davido due to her refusal to engage with him sexually.
This legal dispute underscores differing claims regarding parental responsibilities and access to their daughter amidst ongoing custody negotiations.
“Sophia ended the relationship with David in July 2022. Since then, David has repeatedly threatened to make Sophia’s life miserable if she does not make herself available to him sexually.
“Sophia has never denied him the opportunity to see his daughter. He has not reached out on special occasions such as her birthday or Christmas for the past two years, which has left his daughter distressed and questioning why her father has cut contact with her. Despite this, David posts images of her on social media to falsely portray himself as a supportive and active father.
“Since July 2022, David has not fulfilled his financial responsibilities towards their daughter, leaving her school fees unpaid. Their daughter’s school has contacted him multiple times regarding the fees for the 2021/2022 school term and January 2023, with no response.
“Legal counsel was sought in February 2023, resulting in David’s father, Mr Adedeji Adeleke, eventually paying the outstanding fees. Regardless of this neglect Sophia strongly maintains that the most important support David can provide to their daughter is his presence and emotional support.
“David is in a publicly known relationship, and Sophia wishes him well. She seeks to move forward in her life free from harassment and verbal abuse.”
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