Afrobeat superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been named an inductee for the 2026 Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States.
The organisers announced Davido as part of this year’s class ahead of the induction ceremony scheduled for June 1 in Atlanta’s Historic Westside.
The recognition places him alongside entertainment figures honoured for their influence on Black culture and global music.
Other inductees listed included Ludacris,Atlanta-based artiste and philanthropist, Paul Morton, renowned gospel singer and Maynard Jackson, former Atlanta Mayor.
The feat has added the “Timeless” crooner to the list of African artists previously recognised by the organisation, including late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti.
The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame was created by the Black American Music Association and the Georgia Entertainment Caucus to honour people who have shaped Black entertainment and music.
It recognises Black entertainers and cultural figures who have influenced music and entertainment around the world, with inductees receiving plaques placed along the walkway in Atlanta in recognition of their impact on Black culture.
Davido’s recognition for the walk of fame is coming when he is marking 15 years on stage as a music star.
He had on Thursday shared a post on his X page(formerly Twitter), “God is the best of all planners! 15 years in da game”, reflecting on his journey so far.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Davido, born in Atlanta,Georgia, began his music career professionally in 2011, and started working on his debut studio album ‘Omo Baba Olowo’,a mixture of Afrobeats and hip hop.
He made his music debut as a member of the group KB International, and rose to fame after releasing “Dami Duro”, the second single from ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ (2012).
Within a decade and half, Davido has delivered several hit records, including five studio albums; Omo Baba Olowo (2012),A Good Time (2019),A Better Time (2020),Timeless (2023) and 5ive (2025).
He has secured several nominations and awards on the global stage, with three nominations at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards (2024), including Best Global Music Album for Timeless.
NAN