When you are rich, young and famous, everybody wants to know how much you are worth. Some for the sake of just knowing, while others want to know for comparison, they want to know who is richer or doing better as the case may be. Davido’s net-worth as at January, 2024 has risen to an all time high, and various factors have plummeted his stock in the Nigerian Entertainment Industry, these and may more we are going to be discussing here today.
Also, we will be divulging intimate information about Davido, to be precise, his biography, his road to stardom, his spending spree, net-worth, endorsement deals, photos of his houses and cars. Just sit back and stick your eyes to the screen of your device.
Davido
There are very few words to describe the Nwa Baby crooner. David Adeleke popularly known by his stage name, Davido is a Nigerian afro-pop artiste, songwriter, producer, business man, a well known philanthropist and CEO of DMW (Davido Music Worldwide) with Mayorkun, Peruzzi, Dremo, B’Red, Sina Rambo and Sauce Kid aka Sinzuu.
In a recent chat with him, where he was quizzed about why the term “worldwide” was added to the name of his Record label, and his response was ‘Davido plans on going beyond the shores of Nigeria’.
Davido was born 21st day of November 1992 in Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America, the last child of Dr Deji Adeleke, one of Nigeria’s richest men, you can read up Davido’s father’s biography and net worth. David is a member of the HKN record but they prefer being referred to as HKN gang, with his Elder brother, Adewale Adeleke the Chairman.
What You Stand To Learn From The Topic ‘Davido’s Net Worth and Biography’
- Davido’s Net Worth
- Davido’s Forecasted 2024 Net Worth
- Davido’s Full Biography
- Davido’s Real Name
- Davido’s Real Age
- Davido’s Businesses and Endorsement Deals
- The Amount Davido Charges Per Performance
- Pictures of Davido’s Houses In Lagos and Atlanta
- Pictures of Davido’s Cars
Davido’s Biography And Net Worth In Summary
| NAME | David Adedeji Adeleke |
| STAGE NAME | Davido aka OBO |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 21 November 1992 (age 30) |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S |
| GENRES | Afropop and Afrobeat |
| OCCUPATION | Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Business man |
| RECORD LABEL | Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), HKN, RCA Sony |
The DMW CEO attended British International School former Lekki British International School on the Island, Lagos state. Upon graduating from his secondary school, his father sent him to United States where he was to further his education.
Davido attended Oakwood University, Huntsville, Alabama, United State where he studied Business Administration. Davido’s interest in music started during his time at Oakwood University. He purchased his musical instruments and started the process of beat making though as an amateur. OBO was so engrossed into building his music career and this started taking its toll in his education and he started scoring bad grades after which he relocated to London, where he focused more of his energy towards vocals as opposed to music production.
Fast forward to 2011, Davido returned to Nigeria, his father being a disciplinarian plus judging from his status, he opposed Davido’s music career and opined he would only support it should Davido get a proper university Education. Davido consented to this and enrolled at Babcock University, while still doing music on a part time basis.
In July 2015, the HKN Music boss earned a degree in music from Babcock university after his father in his usual philanthropist nature, donated a music department for an inaugural class of one, of course, Davido.
Davido’s rise to fame couldn’t be complete without his bosom friend Shizzi! Shizzi was a young chap with enormous talents in beat making, at an event, Nigerian Entertainment Conference 2015 edition organized by The Net, where Davido and Shizzi were invited to produce a song live before the audience, Shizzi revealed to the crowd the secret behind his unique beats and how he mixes tunes that connects to the emotional part of the human mind and by so doing, connects your soul.
Davido’s collaboration with Shizzi cannot be overemphasized as their pairing and understanding was divine. Davido catapulted into limelight from his hit single “Dami Duro” which according to him was inspired by the harassment from the Nigerian police force on his way home alongside Shizzi (his producer) and Karmal (his former manager) which ensued into a heated argument where dared the police to arrest him while asking them if they knew who he was? Knowing he’s the one and only OBO he reminded the police they lacked the power and guts to arrest him unjustly knowing he had done no wrong and that he couldn’t be intimidated as he is the son of a rich man!
He further revealed that upon getting home, and based on the incidence, he was inspired to write the hit song “Dami Duro” and in one night, they (Davido and Shizzi) recorded the song in Davido’s room. He again stated that the song to him never was supposed to be commercialized, rather, to tell Nigerians his ordeal in the hands of the police and at the same time showcase his talent and what he had to offer in the Nigerian Music industry.
Prior to that and making best use of his opportunity, owing to the fact his father is wealthy, Davido reached out to D’banj and other known artistes for collaboration as a way of showcasing his talents and gathering quick recognition from the masses knowing the difficulties attached to bursting into limelight, he was subsequently turned down despite offering to pay the agreed amount, this didn’t deter him from pursuing his dream. In life, opportunities do not present themselves, go get it and even if it does, expect challenges, but most importantly, never give up. That is the attribute of a go getter irrespective of your financial background just as proven by Davido.
Between 2013 and 2015, the DMW Boss had already been able stamp his feet on the ground with the release of multiple hit songs Gobe, Skelewu and the evergreen Ayé released on the 2nd of February 2014, produced by T Spize. The hit song Aye till date has accumulated more awards, both locally and internationally for Davido than any of his singles.
Davido’s net worth grew in value, owing to his success, back to back hits, his acceptability in the street despite being a rich kid plus his loving and kind hearted disposition towards helping others further engraved the Aye crooner deeper into the hearts of both the young and old.
Recently , he got for himself and girlfriend Chioma a Time watch worth over 90million Naira, this is just one of Davido’s habits, he spends like there is no tomorrow, well, lets not forget he’s the son of a rich man and as well. hardworking and talented.
Davido’s net worth does not seem to dwindle any time soon, being the son of an astute business man, he is being guided in the area of investments.
Davido and his son (Ifeanyi Adeleke)
How Much Does Davido Charge Per Show?
This is one area which has a constant effect on Davido’s net worth. The performance fee an artiste charge is subject to his or her brand awareness, status or street credibility. Your brand in the music industry determines how much you charge for shows and events. Davido is an international super star especially across the African continent. He is a well known music artiste.
According to his manager Davido is practically booked for one event or the other from January to December plus his annual concert (City of David) which means he is making money by the minute. According to Davido via his Instagram post, he claims to be making a minimum of 100,000 Dollars weekly, though not confirmed, the Aye crooner claims to have proofs.
According to the artiste’s manager, Davido performance fee is not less than 7million naira per show for local shows, that is, within Nigeria and at least 15million naira for international events or shows he is billed to perform minus other logistics. This is another huge source of income for Davido aside sales of Albums.
Davido’s Endorsement Deals (2024)
Davido got his first endorsement in 2012 with MTN in a deal reportedly worth over ₦30 million where he was unveiled as the face of MTN Pulse, a marketing campaign for Nigerian youths.
2013, October 24th, Davido clinched another endorsement deal with Guinness Nigeria worth 55million Naira, though there were clauses attached to this deal, that is, Davido was required to perform at the Guinness World of More Concert alongside some of the artistes he adored before hitting stardom. He has since bagged various endorsement deals which has kept his stock rising as a very fast pace.
In May 2018, he signed a multi-million naira endorsement deal with a Chinese premium mobile phone brand Infinix and shortly with his position and celebrity status was able to secure another multi-million naira endorsement deal for his current girlfriend, Chioma, whom he refers to as Chef Chioma, a name gotten from her superb cooking skills. Chioma at the moment is reportedly worth millions, all thanks to OBO.
Davido and Chioma
Davido’s Houses In Lagos And Atlanta
Davido has a house in Lekki Phase 1, according to credible sources, his crib is the second biggest celebrity house after Don Jazzy’s structure. Davido’s house is reportedly worth over 300million Naira.
He purchased a mansion at his place of birth, Atlanta Georgia, In the USA worth not less than 300 thousand US dollars. He splashes money like he just don’t care. A close friend revealed Davido spends at least a million naira at the club or bar with his goons. He is a guy who loves people being around him and not just that, he wants them happy.
Davido’s Cars
A fervent lover of posh cars, Davido’s garage is choked with 4 wheels of various types, see below, the list of all David’s cars;
- 2012 Honda Accord Worth about 4.5 Million Naira
- 2012 Hyundai Sonata which he won for being ‘Next Rated’ at the 2012 Headies Award
- Porsche Turbo – Worth 30million Naira
- 2017 Range Rover Sport Worth 70million Naira
- 2015 Chevrolet Camaro GS worth 17 Million Naira
- 2012 Audi GGX worth 12.5 million Naira
- 2011 Bentley Bentayga Worth over 220,000 US Dollars
- An SUV Mercedes Benz G55 AMG aka G-Wagon worth
- 2018 White Mecedes Benz GLE 350 4matic costing at least 30 million naira
- A 2021 Rolls Royce
- 2021 Bentley
Davido’s Net Worth January, (2024) – $30Million USD
After calculating the worth of his houses in Nigeria and overseas, his earnings per show (not less than 10million Naira) except in his usual kind gesture, decides to perform freely for colleagues in the music industry like they do for each other, his businesses and landed properties, Davido’s net worth as at 2024 is estimated to be around 30million US Dollars as at 2024.
Davido has acquired so much at such a little time frame at an early age where his age grades in Nigeria can barely boast of fending for themselves.
He is worth emulating, this we can confidently say taking a cursory look into his hustle to make his own money rather than dwell on his father’s wealth like most rich kids do.
Thumbs up David!
