Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has honoured the memory of his late mother, Dr. Veronica Adeleke, by commissioning a hostel named after her at Clifford University in Abia State.
The singer arrived at the university alongside his 30BG crew and nightlife businessman Cubana Chief Priest to officially unveil the project, drawing cheers from students and fans who gathered to welcome him.
According to Davido, the newly commissioned hostel is a tribute to his mother’s legacy as a teacher, philanthropist, and advocate for education, whose values, he said, continue to guide his life and career.
He described his late mother as “a woman whose belief in compassion and learning shaped my outlook on life and success,” adding that her influence remains a driving force behind his humanitarian work and artistic journey.
Sharing his thoughts on Instagram, Davido said the project was not just a personal tribute but a symbol of hope for young Africans pursuing their dreams.
“Standing before the graduating class of Clifford University today giving the commencement speech, I felt something bigger than music. I saw a generation ready to change everything,” Davido wrote.
“My mother, Dr. Veronica Adeleke, was a teacher, a giver, and a woman who believed that education and compassion could change lives. Everything I am — the music, the drive, the heart — came from her.”
“This project is more than a tribute. It’s a continuation of her purpose, turning love into legacy, one life at a time.”
Davido’s wife, Chioma Adeleke, also reacted to the heartwarming moment, reposting a video of the ceremony on her Instagram story with the caption: “So beautiful.”
The commissioning ceremony ended with Davido reaffirming his lifelong message of empowerment — “We rise by lifting others.”
