Davido, the Afrobeats star, says has donated the sum of N237
million to various orphanage homes across Nigeria.
The singer announced the latest donation in a statement
shared on his social media pages on Thursday.
In the statement, the ‘Timeless’ hitmaker said he is making
the donation through The David Adeleke Foundation (DAF).
On the occasion of his birthday in November 2021, the
30-year-old megastar launched a Twitter fundraiser and donated the N250 million
realised to orphanages.
In the statement, the singer said the “success of my
previous donations, reaffirmed my commitment to continually assist the less
privileged in any capacity”.
“I am proud to announce that my foundation. The David
Adeleke Foundation (DAF), has donated the sum of N237,000,000.00 (Two Hundred
and Thirty-Seven Million Naira) to orphanages throughout Nigeria,” the
statement reads.
“The distribution of donation funds was led by the chair of
the DAF Disbursement Committee, Mrs. Titi Adebayo. with the foundation
successfully distributing funds to 424 (Four Hundred and Twenty-Four)
orphanages, benefiting a total of 13,818 (Thirteen Thousand. Eight Hundred, and
Eighteen) children.
“I founded the DAF in
2022 with a strong desire and passion to continually assist others and create a
proper framework for ongoing charitable works to benefit the good people of
Nigeria. Through this foundation, we have raised millions of Naira and
disbursed much-needed funds to hundreds of orphanages, significantly improving
the lives of countless children.
“Seeing the impact and success of my previous donations,
particularly in 2021 after my birthday, left a mark on my heart and reading the
numerous letters and messages from everyone who received this donation has
reaffirmed my commitment to continually assist the less privileged in any
capacity. This motivated me to establish the DAF to execute our mission
effectively.
“In October 2022, the DAF began reaching out to eminent and
compassionate Nigerians, seeking their support in raising funds for the less
privileged across the country. Thanks to the generous contributions from
individuals and corporations across various sectors and regions; the DAF was
able to raise the substantial Donation Sum of $237M Naira.
“I would like to personally thank all individuals and
corporations that assisted in raising the Donation Sum. This would not have
been possible without your unwavering support and kindness. May God bless each
and every one of you.
“The David Adeleke Foundation remains steadfast in its
mission to uplift and support vulnerable communities across Nigeria. Through
initiatives like this significant donation to orphanages, the foundation
continues to make a positive impact in the lives of those in need.”
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