Nigerian Coach Makes Big Statement on Death of Davido’s Son Ifeanyi

Nigerian Coach Makes Big Statement on Death of Davido’s Son Ifeanyi

Ibitoye Shittu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:15 PM
  • The death of Davido's 3-year-old son Ifeanyi has been confirmed, hours after the child drowned in a swimming pool
  • Former Kogi United coach Folabi Ojekunle has commiserated with Davido and his family over the tragic incident
  • Ojekunle, who is a London-trained football coach, added that he make every attempt to go and visit Davido at his home

Nigerian coach Folabi Ojekunle has expressed shock and sadness over the untimely death of Davido's son Ifeanyi, who drowned in a swimming pool in Lagos.

3-year-old Ifeanyi Adeleke died on Monday, 31 October, at his father’s residence in the Banana Island area of Lagos State.

His parents were said not to be at home when the incident occurred. Ifeanyi was allegedly left with the housekeepers, who seemed to be unaware the little boy went near the pool.

Davido, Ifeanyi, son, Folabi Ojekunle, swimming pool, drowned
Famous Nigerian singer Davido has tragically lost his son in a drowning incident. Photo by Robert Okine.
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According to the report on Channels, who confirmed the death of Ifeanyi, they claimed that all domestic staff in Davido's house had been taking away for questioning by police.

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Speaking to Sports Brief on the heartbreaking development, Ojekunle offered his condolences to Davido, adding that he would try to visit the famous Nigerian singer at his house.

Folabi Ojekunle consoles Davido

''It is sad to lose a child and this is a bad and most difficult period in the life of not only Davido, but all parents anywhere in the world," said Ojekunle.
''I am a fan of Davido and we have met many times in London, and I can only pray that God will comfort him and his family.''

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Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how famous Nigerian afrobeats singer CKay confirmed that he will be travelling to Qatar to perform live at the 2022 World Cup, which is less than a month to kickoff.

CKay made this known while speaking with reporter Joanna Gasiorowska, who then shared the video of the interview.

While answering questions, CKay explained that he has never visited Qatar before, adding that it would be a good moment in his career to sing on one of the biggest world stages.

The 27-year-old also explained that Afrobeats means everything to him, but also expressed unhappiness over the Super Eagles failing to qualify for the World Cup.

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