A Star’s Heartfelt Tribute To Legacy, Love, And The Power Of Education
It was elegance, emotion, and inspiration rolled into one as global Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, fondly known as Davido, lit up Clifford University in Abia State with a heartwarming tribute to his late mother, Dr. Veronica Imade Adeleke.
During the university’s 6th Convocation Ceremony, the music superstar unveiled a newly built female hostel named after his mother — a gesture that left students, guests, and dignitaries deeply moved. The edifice, now proudly called the Veronica Adeleke Hostel, stands as a shining symbol of love, legacy, and the enduring power of education.
Clad in his signature style, Davido captivated the audience not just with his star power, but with the depth of his message. Delivering the commencement speech to the graduating class, he urged the students to “lead with purpose, create impact, and measure success not by fame, but by the lives you touch.”
> “When I looked into their faces, I saw the same fire that built me — that hunger to be seen, to make something out of nothing, to turn pain into power,” he shared with emotion, earning loud applause from the crowd.
Davido’s words carried the weight of experience and the warmth of memory. Speaking about his late mother, he described her as “a teacher and giver whose compassion transformed lives.”
> “My mother, Dr. Veronica Adeleke, believed that education and kindness could change the world. This building is a continuation of her purpose — turning love into legacy,” he wrote on his X handle.
The day wasn’t just about bricks and mortar — it was about spirit, passion, and giving back. Renowned nightlife entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest, who accompanied Davido, announced a scholarship pledge for 50 students, adding a touch of generosity to an already remarkable day.
The Vice Chancellor of Clifford University, Professor Chimezie Omeonu, hailed Davido for being a “symbol of inspiration to young Africans”, lauding his contribution to education and youth empowerment.
As the ribbon fell and the Veronica Imade Adeleke Female Hostel officially opened its doors, the atmosphere brimmed with joy, music, and emotion. For Davido, it was more than a ceremony — it was a moment of reflection, legacy, and love reborn in brick and beauty.
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