Sophia Ajibola Momodu, widely known as Sophia Momodu, is a Nigerian entrepreneur, social media influencer, fashion consultant, and brand owner recognized for her contributions to beauty, lifestyle, and humanitarian initiatives. She rose to prominence as the mother of Imade Aurora Adeleke, daughter of Afrobeats artist Davido.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Sophia Ajibola Momodu |
| Date of birth | June 9, 1987 |
| Place of birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Osun State |
| Partner | Davido (David Adeleke, ex-partner) |
| Children | Imade Aurora Adeleke (born May 14, 2015) |
| Occupations | Entrepreneur, model, brand influencer, fashion & beauty consultant, CEO of The Sophia Momodu Brand (TSMB), founder of Precious Jewels Foundation |
| Net worth | $400,000 |
Early Life and Education
Sophia Momodu entered the world on June 9, 1987, in Lagos, hailing from a notable Nigerian family; her father is Ajibola Momodu, connected to journalist Chief Dele Momodu. She grew up in Ile Ife, Osun State, finishing her primary and secondary schooling there, with limited public details available about her university studies.
Career
As CEO and Creative Director of The Sophia Momodu Brand (TSMB), Momodu specializes in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle offerings.
She works as a model, brand influencer, fashion consultant, and leads the Precious Jewels Foundation to promote women’s empowerment and mental health awareness. Her Instagram account, boasting over 600,000 followers, boosts her reach via lifestyle posts and sponsorships.
Personal Life
Sophia maintained an on-and-off relationship with singer Davido (David Adeleke) from roughly 2013 to 2017 and perhaps into 2020-2022; they welcomed daughter Imade on May 14, 2015.
Controversies
Sophia Momodu featured prominently in a public child custody dispute with Davido, who sought joint custody of Imade in April 2024 through Lagos High Court. She responded by claiming he had abandoned their daughter since July 2022, failed on financial obligations like school fees, issued threats, and showed parental unfitness tied to his lifestyle and frequent travels. The conflict drew in relatives such as Dele Momodu and Adedeji Adeleke, remaining unresolved into early 2026.
Net Worth
Sophia Momodu’s wealth is estimated at $400,000, stemming from influencer partnerships, her TSMB enterprise, endorsements, and fashion pursuits.
