Social Media Validation
OpenLife Nigeria reports that Sophia Momodu, one of the mothers of singer Davido’s children, has fired back at a social media critic who mocked her for flaunting her Hermes bags.
The celebrity mom recently shared a video on her Snapchat page showcasing a shopping haul, including several Hermes boxes, prompting a harsh remark from a troll.
The critic wrote, “Lol, at this age, you are still showing boxes of Hermes.
You would be 40 next year; your mates are building businesses and buying houses. All you have used all your life to do is seek social media validation.”
Sophia responded firmly, highlighting that the same people never acknowledge her professional achievements.
She stated;
“Ah ah no be ‘it’s fake’, again?? When I’m at my collaborative book launch (Author), giving back (Precious Jewels Foundation), sip & shop (BlissbyTSM showroom), signing deals, on their TV screens, doing International brands, trips, etc.
“You’ll never see them, but God forbid. I post myself chilling, minding my business, and it doesn’t matter their weird projections; here they come, sticking up the whole place. You love me bye!”
Since her breakup with Davido, Sophia has often been under public scrutiny, making her one of the most talked-about celebrity babymamas in Nigeria.
Her lifestyle and choices have frequently attracted social media commentary, sometimes negative.
SOPHIA MOMODU: BIOGRAPHY
Sophia Ajibola Momodu was born on June 9, 1987 in Lagos State, Nigeria, and hails from Ile‑Ife in Osun State. She is the niece of prominent publisher Dele Momodu, founder of Ovation magazine. Sophia lost her father at a young age, an event that shaped much of her early life. While she keeps details about her education private, she is known to be educated and entrepreneurial.
CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL LIFE
Sophia Momodu is a businesswoman, entrepreneur, fashion consultant, brand influencer, and humanitarian. She is the founder and CEO of the Precious Jewels Foundation, a philanthropic organisation focused on empowering vulnerable women and children. She also runs her own lifestyle brand and serves as the CEO and creative director of The Sophia Momodu Brand (TSMB).
She is very active on social media, promoting fashion, lifestyle, and business projects. She has also appeared on The Real Housewives of Lagos (Season 3) in 2025, which broadened her public profile.
RELATIONSHIP WITH DAVIDO — FACTUAL TIMELINE
Meeting and Early Relationship
Sophia and Nigerian music superstar Davido (David Adeleke) began a relationship around 2014. Their relationship became public as the couple dated and eventually had a child together.
Birth of Their Daughter
On May 14, 2015, Sophia gave birth to their daughter, Imade Adeleke. Initially, there was controversy as Davido reportedly sought DNA confirmation before publicly acknowledging paternity.
Relationship Breakups and Reconciliations
Their romantic relationship was on-and-off: the couple broke up in 2017, briefly reconciled around 2020, and ultimately ended the partnership in July 2022.
CUSTODY DISPUTES AND PUBLIC LEGAL CONFLICTS
In April 2024, Davido filed a legal suit seeking joint custody of their daughter Imade. Sophia responded by filing a counter-affidavit rejecting his custody claims, citing concerns about his lifestyle, availability, and past family tragedies.
Sophia has stated that Davido had not seen their daughter since July 2022, asserting that she has been solely responsible for Imade’s upbringing and financial needs. She also claimed that Davido had withdrawn financial support and used parental duties as leverage during their relationship.
CONTROVERSIES, PUBLIC SCRUTINY & ONLINE DRAMA
Being one of Davido’s most prominent baby mamas has placed Sophia in the public eye, attracting both criticism and support:
She has faced trolling over her lifestyle and social media presence.
Sophia has publicly stated that she has not received child support from Davido for several years.
She has made it clear that she is not married to Davido, emphasizing respect for his current wife, Chioma Rowland.
These incidents illustrate the intense scrutiny she faces as a celebrity mother navigating public opinion and personal life.
PUBLIC PERCEPTION AND PERSONAL BRAND
Despite controversies, Sophia continues to grow her personal brand and business ventures, balancing philanthropy, lifestyle influence, and entrepreneurship. She often highlights her achievements to show that critics tend to ignore her accomplishments in favour of negative commentary.
Sophia Momodu’s journey reflects resilience, independence, and self-assertion. From rising to fame through her relationship with Davido to establishing herself as a businesswoman and philanthropist, she continues to thrive on her own terms.
Her recent defense against online trolls highlights her commitment to personal happiness and achievement, showing that validation comes from her own successes rather than public opinion.
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