Afrobeats Davido has unveiled a newly constructed female hostel at Clifford University in Abia State after his mother Veronica Adeleke who died in 2003 at the age of 40.
The unveiling took place during the university’s 6th Convocation Ceremony on Sunday, where Davido also delivered the commencement speech.
In his address, Davido emphasised the importance of purpose over fame, urging graduates to leverage their talents for meaningful impact. He said, “Standing before the graduating class of Clifford University today giving the commencement speech, I felt something bigger than music. I saw a generation ready to change everything.”
He further encouraged the youth to use their platforms and voices to build for future generations, adding, “We live in a time where young people carry the future of Africa in their hands. It’s our time, but it’s also our test, to use our platforms, our influence, and our voices to build, not just for ourselves, but for the next ones coming after us.”
Reflecting on his mother’s legacy, Davido shared, “Walking through that building, seeing the smiles of the students who will live there, I realized this was more than a tribute. It was a continuation of her purpose – turning love into legacy, one life at a time.”
His wife, Chioma Adeleke, reacted to the tribute, describing the moment as “So beautiful” on her Instagram Story.
The Veronica Adeleke Female Hostel is expected to provide state-of-the-art accommodation for female students, fostering an environment conducive to academic excellence and personal growth.
