Davido Reveals Why He Donated Another 237 Million Naira to Charity in 2023
Davido, the internationally acclaimed Nigerian superstar, has once again demonstrated his philanthropic spirit by donating a substantial sum of 237 million naira to charity in 2023. The multiple award-winning singer, whose real name is David Adeleke OON, shared this heartwarming news with his fans on Thursday, July 20, 2023, via his Twitter platform.
In his post, Davido revealed that his passion for helping others has always been a driving force behind his charitable actions. He expressed gratitude to his followers and supporters for their generosity, which has enabled him to make a significant impact in the lives of the less privileged in Nigeria. The tradition of giving back on his birthday, which commenced a few years ago, has continued to flourish, with this year’s donation reaching over 200 million naira to various orphanages in the country.
The singer’s social media post resonated with fans, who eagerly embraced his commitment to uplifting others. Davido’s message read, “I’ve always wanted to use my platform to serve others. Thankful that through your generosity, I’ve been able to do so. We recently disbursed over N200m to several orphanages in Nigeria, a tradition that started a few years ago around my birthday. Thank you to everyone who donated. With your help, we are changing lives. This is what I mean when I say We rise by lifting others. These are words in action. God bless you all!”
This act of giving first commenced in 2021 when Davido requested his friends to support him on his birthday by sending one million naira each. Responding to his call, his friends collectively contributed 200 million naira. True to his compassionate nature, Davido generously added 50 million naira to the sum, culminating in a significant donation to various orphanages across Nigeria.
In the spirit of transparency and accountability, the renowned singer released a comprehensive list of over 200 orphanage homes in Nigeria, spanning all 36 states, that have been beneficiaries of his previous donations in February 22, 2022.
Davido’s commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of the less fortunate continues to inspire others, exemplifying the transformative power of lending a helping hand. His unwavering dedication to giving back and improving the welfare of the vulnerable communities in Nigeria serves as a testament to his extraordinary character and influence as an artist and a philanthropist.
I’ve always wanted to use my platform to serve others. Thankful that through your generousity, I’ve been able to do so.
— Davido (@davido) July 20, 2023
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