Davido recently threw shade at fellow Nigerian artists Wizkid and Burna Boy on social media, boasting about his family’s wealth and influence. This move comes as his father, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, prepares to commission a massive 1,250MW power plant in Ondo State, Nigeria.
The power plant, valued at $2 billion, is expected to generate 15% of Nigeria’s electricity and significantly boost the country’s energy supply. The plant is fully constructed and awaiting connection to the national gas grid before commissioning. Dr. Adeleke’s company, Pacific Energy, is behind the project, which underscores growing private sector confidence in Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape. The power plant will rank among the largest energy projects in Nigeria’s history, enhancing industrial productivity and everyday living.
Davido reposted a report about his father’s power plant on his Instagram stories, captioning it “Dey Play,” a subtle jab at critics and fellow artists who often compare their wealth to his. The post has sparked reactions from fans and netizens, with many applauding the Adeleke family’s contribution to Nigeria’s energy sector.
Dr. Adedeji Adeleke is a Nigerian billionaire with significant investments in the energy sector. He revealed that he faced challenges in obtaining permits for the power plant project, with one government official declaring it “doomed to fail.” Despite these challenges, Dr. Adeleke persevered, and the project is now nearing completion.
