Davido Faces ₦1 Billion Defamation Demand from Sophia Momodu’s Lawyer

The ongoing custody dispute between Nigerian music star Davido (David Adeleke) and his first baby mama Sophia Momodu has taken a dramatic legal turn. On March 2, 2026, screenshots of a pre-action notice dated February 24, 2026, from Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors began circulating widely on social media.

The notice, addressed to Davido, demands ₦1 billion in damages from him. It accuses the singer of defamation, cyberbullying, harassment, and threats directed at the firm’s partner, Mrs. Ebelechukwu Egeonu Enedah, who represents Sophia Momodu in the custody proceedings for their daughter Imade. The document also seeks a public apology and the immediate retraction of specific posts Davido allegedly made on Twitter (now X) and Instagram following a heated court session on February 12, 2026.

This escalation stems from the long-running battle over joint custody of Imade. Davido initiated legal action in mid-2024 seeking shared parenting rights, citing his contributions and concerns for his daughter’s welfare. Tensions boiled over during recent hearings, where Davido publicly criticized the opposing counsel’s conduct in court, leading to claims of intimidation and online attacks that allegedly exposed the lawyer to public harassment.

Punuka Attorneys previously issued statements defending their team and insisting the matter should remain in the courtroom rather than play out on social media. Sophia Momodu has maintained she has been Imade’s primary caregiver for years, while Davido has emphasized he never sought full custody, only joint involvement.

The ₦1 billion claim has sparked widespread reactions online. Many users express doubt about whether Davido would settle such an amount, with some joking about the figure’s scale compared to his wealth. Others voice concern for young Imade, caught in the middle of escalating public and legal conflicts between her parents.

As of now, no formal lawsuit filing has been confirmed beyond the pre-action notice, but the development signals that the feud is far from resolved and could head to further courtroom confrontations. Both parties have yet to release detailed official responses to the latest demand, leaving fans and observers watching closely for the next chapter in this high-profile family saga.