From college sweethearts to a lavish Miami wedding, Davido and Chioma’s journey has been filled with twists, breakups, reunions, and headline-making moments.
Some celebrity romances fizzle fast. Davido and Chioma have done the opposite, weathering fame, rumors, and heartbreak and still ending in a fairytale wedding. They went from campus friends to lovers, became parents, split, found their way back, and sealed it all with a $3.7M Miami celebration.
In this story, we’ll walk through Chioma’s life before the spotlight, how she met Davido, the milestones and stumbles along the way, the engagement that broke the internet, and the wedding everyone’s talking about. We’ll also touch on their kids and why, despite everything, this love story keeps people hooked.
Who is Davido’s wife, Chioma?
Chioma Avril Rowland is more than just “Davido’s wife.” Born in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, she is a chef, brand influencer, and mother of three. Chioma studied economics at Babcock University—the same institution Davido attended. While she’s largely private, her rise to fame paralleled her relationship with Davido, especially after appearing in his hit 2018 song, “Assurance.”
Known for her soft-spoken demeanor, Chioma has managed to keep a relatively low profile despite her high-profile partner. She represents the reserved counterbalance to Davido’s loud, colorful public persona—and fans have come to admire her for it.
How Davido and Chioma Met
Their love story goes back to 2013, when both were students at Babcock University. Davido had been studying music, while Chioma was pursuing economics. According to the singer, he spotted her walking on campus one day and was immediately taken by her.
In an interview with YouTuber Tayo Aina, Davido recounted:
“I was in school for a year before I blew up. That was when I met my wife. I remember the day I saw her. I can never forget it. I was in a Prado, and I looked behind and I saw this girl walking. Just there with her bag, it was Chioma. I told Lati omo I like that girl, go and call that girl for me”. He called her but she did not answer me at the time. Later on, she came to Lagos and we linked up. And I was like, yeah, I got you.”
While the timeline gets fuzzy, it’s believed they began dating in 2015. Still, they kept their relationship extremely private until years later.
Davido and Chioma’s Relationship Timeline
2013–2015: Campus Encounter to Early Romance
Their initial spark at Babcock University eventually blossomed into a real relationship, though it stayed under the radar for years. Chioma, uninterested at first, gradually warmed up to Davido as he pursued her persistently. By 2015, it’s believed the two were quietly dating.
2017: Rumors Begin to Swirl
By late 2017, the rumor mill was in full swing. Fans noticed a mystery woman frequently popping up in Davido’s Snapchat stories. NATIVE Mag even alluded to a committed relationship in one of its interviews, though names weren’t dropped.
January 2018: Chioma Attends Davido’s Family Event
In January, Pulse Naija reports that Davido brought Chioma to a family function in Ede, Osun State. This low-key but meaningful moment marked the first public acknowledgment of their relationship.
April 2018: “Assurance” Changes Everything
April 30, 2018. A day that changed everything. Davido dropped the song “Assurance” on Chioma’s birthday—and it became an anthem. More than just lyrics, the music video starred Chioma herself, wearing a 30 Billion Gang chain. The same month, Davido gifted her a Porsche and loudly declared his love for her at a Lagos nightclub. “I’m in love o!” he shouted into a mic before kissing her in front of the crowd.
From that point, their relationship was no longer private—it was public and celebrated.
September 2019: Family Introduction
Earlier in September 2019, Davido and his family visited the home of Chioma for a family introduction ceremony. Davido posted photos from their introduction ceremony, confirming their intention to marry. The caption read, “First of all INTRODUCTION,” with wedding and champagne emojis, and fans went wild.
September 2019: The Proposal
Shortly after the introduction, Davido proposed to Chioma in London during a private dinner. She was visibly pregnant at the time. The ring reportedly cost ₦3 million and had “Assurance” engraved inside.
October 2019: Baby Ifeanyi is born.
On October 20, 2019, Davido announced the birth of their son, David Adedeji Ifeanyi Adeleke Jr. The birth marked a new chapter—and an even deeper bond between the two.
2020: COVID-19 and wedding delay
The couple had planned a 2020 wedding (tagged #Assurance2020), but the pandemic disrupted everything. At one point, Davido revealed Chioma tested positive for the virus. Instead of a wedding, he poured himself into music and released “A Better Time,” with Ifeanyi’s photo on the album cover.
November 2022: The Loss of Ifeanyi
Tragedy struck in late 2022 when Ifeanyi passed away after reportedly drowning at their home. The devastating loss left the nation in shock. The couple went offline, stepping away from the public eye to grieve.
March 2023: Secret Marriage Revealed
In an interview with Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, Davido casually dropped the bombshell: “I’m married.” It turns out, he and Chioma had quietly tied the knot sometime after the tragedy.
October 2023: Birth of Twins
In October 2023, joy returned. The couple welcomed twins in the US. A video surfaced of Chioma in a wheelchair holding the newborns outside a hospital. Fans were thrilled and grateful to see the couple smiling again.
June 2024: Traditional Wedding Celebration
Just when the internet had cooled off, Davido and Chioma set it ablaze again. On June 23, 2024, Davido posted stunning pre-wedding photos. Two days later, the traditional wedding took place in Lagos. It was a who’s-who of Nigerian society—artists, politicians, influencers, and family.
August 2025: The Grand White Wedding
Back in April 2025, Davido confirmed that the white wedding would finally happen in August—this time in Miami. Fans went into overdrive, and social media started counting down the days.
In early August, celebrity blogger Tunde Ednut amped up the excitement on Instagram:
“Davido and Chioma’s white wedding is coming this weekend. I go worry una timeline oo. I just say make I tell una in advance. Sorry in advance ooo.”
A few days later, he doubled down:
“Final Wedding! The white wedding of Davido and Chioma is happening this weekend. Sorry in advance for flooding your timelines with pictures and videos this weekend ooo!”
On Sunday, August 10, Chivido2025 finally unfolded in Miami. The star-studded celebration drew world-famous personalities, business leaders, and celebrities from across the globe—sealing the couple’s love story with a spectacular, unforgettable event.
Davido and Chioma’s Engagement
Davido’s proposal was extravagant but intimate. Held in London at a private dinner, the moment was heartfelt. The ring? A custom-made teardrop diamond with “Assurance” inscribed inside. Costing about ₦3 million, it was a tangible continuation of the love story first declared in his 2018 hit.
Davido and Chioma’s Wedding
On August 10, 2025, Davido and Chioma tied the knot in a $3.7 million white wedding in Miami, Florida. The guest list read like a who’s who—politicians, entertainment heavyweights, industry moguls, and billionaire Aliko Dangote.
Chioma turned heads in a custom designer gown, while Davido kept it sharp in a classic tuxedo. Calling it “the greatest white wedding ever witnessed,” Davido marked the day with an extravagant gift for his bride: a Richard Mille watch.
Image Source: Instagram/alonukobridal
Davido and Chioma’s Children
The couple’s journey as parents has seen incredible joy and profound sorrow.
- Ifeanyi: Their first son, born in October 2019, passed away in 2022.
- Twins: Born in October 2023, these rainbow babies have brought healing and new joy into their lives.
As of now, the twins’ names haven’t been publicly confirmed, but fans have embraced their arrival as a sign of resilience and blessing.
Davido and Chioma’s story isn’t just about grand gestures or quiet struggles—it’s about endurance. From their undergrad days to global fame, from tabloid whispers to viral wedding hashtags, they’ve weathered almost every test love can throw.
And still, they’re here. Together. Stronger. Married. And now, they’ve given fans the grand celebration they’d been waiting nearly a decade to witness.
If this isn’t the definition of a modern Nigerian love story, then what is?
