Lagos Lawyer Files N1 Billion Suit Against Davido Citing Defamatory Attacks and Systematic Cyberbullying Following Custody Dispute

Lawyer Ebelechukwu Enedah demands ₦1 billion from Davido over alleged cyberbullying and defamation following a custody hearing in Lagos.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 3, 2026, 5:58 AM EST

Source: The information in this article was sourced from The Nation Newspaper

Escalation After the Custody Withdrawal

The legal battle between Nigerian superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, and his former partner Sophia Momodu has taken a sharp turn toward the legal profession itself. Following a heated court hearing on February 12, 2026, Davido announced he was withdrawing his bid for joint custody of their daughter. However, the aftermath of that decision has sparked a new ₦1 billion legal claim filed by Ebelechukwu Enedah, Momodu’s lead counsel. Enedah, a partner at the prestigious PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors, alleges that the singer transitioned from a courtroom dispute to a campaign of public harassment and cyberbullying directed specifically at her.

Allegations of Defamation and Reputational Harm

The core of the legal demand rests on social media posts attributed to Davido, in which he allegedly criticized Enedah’s professional competence. According to a pre-action notice dated February 24, 2026, Davido reportedly labeled Enedah "the worst lawyer ever" and shared her name with his millions of followers. Enedah’s legal team argues that this was not merely an expression of grievance but a "deliberate and malicious act of reputational destruction." Having over 20 years of post-call experience, Enedah claims the public branding has damaged her standing in the legal community and led to a "well-founded fear" for her life and the safety of her family due to the resulting online vitriol from Davido’s fan base.

The "Low Blow" Controversy

The friction between the singer and the lawyer stems from allegations made by Davido regarding the courtroom conduct. He accused Enedah of referencing his late son, Ifeanyi, during the proceedings—a move he described as a "low blow." Enedah has categorically denied these allegations, asserting that she discharged her professional duties with competence and without fear. Her legal team maintains that Davido’s response was a disproportionate and unlawful use of his massive social media influence to intimidate an officer of the court.