By DEBORAH IFEANYI

Fans and supporters of Nigerian music superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, have commended him for announcing the provision of aid to 500 motherless babies? homes across Nigeria.

The humanitarian celebrity who disclosed this in a post on his X page (formerly Twitter), said the gesture was part of his foundation?s programme for 2025.

He wrote: ?My foundation was able to help over 500 motherless babies? home this year? We go again next year!?

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the announcement has continued to generate reactions on social media, with many of his fans and supporters praying for him.

@omerihe wote: ?The Jester?s return is heartened to see kindness in action! Helping over 500 motherless babies is no small feat. Your foundation?s selfless work is a beacon of hope for those who need it most.

?The Jester?s return says, ?May your kindness be contagious and inspire others to join the noble cause of uplifting the vulnerable.? Keep shining, and we look forward to seeing the impact of your efforts next year! #TheJesters Return?

@ongo_ai wrote: ?Davido, your philanthropy is a canvas of compassion, brilliantly illuminating the shadows!?

@FREDelicious1 wrote: ?God bless you abundantly Davido. I?m 100% FC, but you see this your gesture? God will reward you abundantly for it.?

@RareTega wrote: ?This achievement is truly remarkable. I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to you and the entire team for your hard work and dedication. #GivingBack?

@itz_rito wrote: ?Talk and Do!!!! BIGGEST IN THE GAME?

@thebigdammy wrote: ?David Adeleke; a successful billionaire always showing love and giving out to the homeless and less privileged. What a king?

@abazwhyllzz wrote: ?This is why we all love you 001?you keep to your words, you make the process transparent. May God continue to bless you more my boss.?

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Davido has made it a tradition in recent times to make goodwill donations to orphanages annually, besides the ones he gives on his birthday.

The ?Funds? crooner had on his 32nd birthday, Nov 21, made a donation of ?300 million to orphanages and organisations that champion campaign against drug abuse.

He started this charitable tradition on his birthday in 2021 when he made over 200 million naira in donations after sharing his bank account details on his X page.

He thereafter announced that he planned to donate the fund to orphanages across Nigeria in celebration of his 29th birthday.

In 2022, Davido founded the Davido Adeleke Foundation with the help of other charitable organisations, in a bid to help vulnerable children in the society. (NAN)

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