Davido Slams Sophia Momodu’s Lawyer After Heated Courtroom Exchange Over Custody
Nigerian music superstar Davido has publicly criticised the lawyer representing his first child’s mother, Sophia Momodu, following a tense court session concerning joint custody of their daughter, Imade Adeleke.
The courtroom drama reportedly escalated when Sophia’s lawyer questioned how Davido could guarantee Imade’s safety, referencing the tragic death of his son, Ifeanyi Adeleke, who passed away in October 2022. The remark allegedly angered the singer, who reacted strongly during proceedings.
According to reports, the court session was briefly halted due to the tension. When proceedings resumed, the judge asked Davido to apologise to both the court and the lawyer, identified as Belachukwu, but the singer reportedly refused, insisting he could never apologise for reacting to the mention of his late son.
Shortly after the hearing, Davido took to social media to vent his frustration, accusing the lawyer of being unprofessional and insensitive. He expressed pain over the reference to his deceased child, stating that it was unfair given the emotional trauma he and his wife had endured.
In his post, he wrote in part:
“I pray you never go through what me and my wife have gone through ever… You are a wicked human being. You are the worst lawyer ever.”
The incident has since sparked widespread reactions online, with fans and observers divided over whether the lawyer’s courtroom strategy crossed an ethical line.
Opinion: Grief, Emotion, and the Limits of Legal Strategy
Custody battles are often emotionally charged, but when personal tragedies are introduced into arguments, the situation becomes even more delicate. While lawyers are expected to advocate strongly for their clients, there is an ongoing debate about how far is too far — especially when grief and trauma are involved.
Davido’s reaction, though intense, reflects a father still coping with loss. Public figures may be celebrities, but they remain human, and certain wounds never truly heal. On the other hand, courtrooms operate on evidence and argument, not emotion, which creates a difficult balance between legal tactics and compassion.
Ultimately, the most important consideration remains the child at the center of the dispute. Moments like this highlight the need for sensitivity, maturity, and restraint from all parties involved.
Beyond the headlines and social media exchanges, one hopes that resolution, peace, and cooperative parenting will prevail — because in family matters, healing often matters more than winning.
