Counsel to Sophia Momodu in her ongoing custody battle with Davido has demanded N1 billion in damages from the singer over alleged defamation, harassment and cyberbullying.
Ebelechukwu Enedah, a partner at PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors, made the demand in a February 24 letter. She accused Davido, born David Adeleke, of actions that allegedly damaged her professional reputation and triggered online attacks.
Through her legal representatives, Enedah argued that the singer’s public remarks caused reputational harm, emotional distress and security concerns.
“The aggregate effect of your conduct has been devastating,” the letter stated. It added that she suffered serious damage to her professional standing and now fears for her safety and that of her family.
The lawyer also criticised the artiste for allegedly describing her as “the worst lawyer ever,” calling the statement defamatory and malicious.
“To publicly brand a lawyer of her standing as ‘the worst lawyer ever’ is not the expression of grievance. It is a deliberate and malicious act of reputational destruction,” the letter read.
Enedah further stressed that issues involving the custody and welfare of a minor should not become subjects of public debate or social media commentary.
“It is equally settled that proceedings concerning the custody and welfare of a minor are not fit for public commentary, sensationalism, or social media spectacle,” she said.
The demand followed a tense February court session in the custody dispute between Davido and Momodu over their daughter, Imade. Soon after the hearing, the singer announced on social media that he had withdrawn his custody application.
Davido had earlier accused the lawyer of referencing his late son during proceedings, describing it as a “low blow.” He later shared her name online.
In response, Enedah asked the singer to stop making public statements about her or the case while it remains before the court. She also demanded a public apology and retraction on his verified social media accounts and in at least two widely circulated national newspapers.
The letter warned that failure to comply within seven days would prompt legal action at the Lagos State High Court to pursue the N1 billion claim.
As of filing this report, Davido had yet to issue a public response.
