Adedeji Adeleke, father of Afrobeats sensation Davido, along with billionaire Chief Razaq Okoya and his wife, Folashade Okoya, recently captured attention online with a video highlighting their mutual respect.
The footage, recorded during the 90th birthday celebration of Mrs. Victoria Olufunke Abiodun, mother of Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, showed Davido’s father bowing several times as he greeted Okoya and his wife. In return, the billionaire couple rose from their seats to warmly acknowledge him, a gesture that impressed many viewers and showcased humility and mutual regard.
The celebration, held in Iperu-Remo, Ogun State, was attended by prominent figures including Vice President Kashim Shettima, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. Governors such as Lagos State’s Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Oyo State’s Seyi Makinde, and Osun State’s Ademola Adeleke were also present.
The heartwarming interaction between Davido’s father and the Okoyas quickly went viral, prompting numerous social media users to praise both parties for their display of respect and humility. GistLover highlighted several of these reactions, capturing the admiration of viewers across the platform.