Nigerian artist David Adedeji Adeleke, professionally known as Davido(OBO) has entered the world of football by launching his own team, 30BG FC, which will play in the Lagos Liga.
The singer, known for his popular songs, lively shows, and luxurious lifestyle, is now making his mark in football.
The football club has been registered to compete in Nigeria’s premier private football league, Lagos Liga, which is scheduled to kick off in December 2024.
Davido is ready to take the football field by storm, putting his new club against other celebrity clubs and business moguls.
The singer is already eyeing some star-studded matches, and fans are already picking sides on social media,
30BG SC will compete alongside other teams in the league, including those owned by Dbanj and Don Jazzy.
Lagos Liga, a Nigerian premier private football league, announced 30BG Sports Club’s unveiling on its Instagram page.
The post reads, “With Davido bringing his energy into Lagos Liga 2024, we have great assurance that if opponents are not careful, there is a timeless promise they could fall because this competition just got risky,”
Lagos Liga also announced the news on X:
“THE WAIT IS OVER! Introducing 30BG Sports Club to Lagos Liga 2024. The 001 has landed.”
“Davido, a globally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and record producer, transcends music and entertainment, impacting culture, politics, and more.”
“Opponents, beware! Davido’s arrival makes the competition riskier. But will 30BG FC emerge victorious?”
Supporters are coming together to back 30BG FC:
Shout AWUKE if you’re with 30BG Sports Club! Shekpe!!! #ClubReveal # LagosLiga #SupportYourTeam #weallplay #FootballLife”
Davido is regarded as one of the most important Afrobeats artists of the 21st century and for popularizing the genre globally. In November 2023, Davido received three nominations at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards for “Unavailable”, “Feel” and his album Timeless. In January 2024, Davido received three nominations at the 55th NAACP Image Awards.
Davido, alongside Nigerian singer Lojay were featured on the song ‘Sensational’ by Chris Brown in 2023. The song debuted at number 96 on the US Billboard Hot 100, serving as Davido and Lojay’s first entry on the chart. The singer also bagged his first Grammy Award nomination for the song in the Best African Music Performance category.
