Davido Meets French President Emmanuel Macron

Davido, the Nigerian music superstar, has disclosed the specifics of his recent meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, characterizing the encounter as a significant exchange focusing on global advancement and cross-cultural cooperation.

David Adeleke, the Afrobeats icon, posted pictures from the meeting on his authenticated X profile on Thursday, October 22, 2025. In his post, Davido expressed gratitude for the chance to share his vision with the French leader, stating: “It was an honour meeting @EmmanuelMacron and sharing our visions for a better world.”

In Paris, Davido’s long-time manager Asa Asika and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, were in attendance at the meeting. Snapshots taken from the session revealed a warm and relaxed interaction between Davido and French President Macron.

Commentators note that the meeting illustrates Macron’s continued involvement with African creatives and youth leaders, which is consistent with France’s wider cultural diplomatic initiatives.

This visit represents another significant achievement in Davido’s global reach, capitalising on prior international appearances that have established him not only as a musical sensation but also as a cultural diplomat connecting Africa with the rest of the world.

It was an honor meeting @EmmanuelMacron and sharing our visions for a better world 🇳🇬🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/iZjEEjmLtq

— Davido (@davido) October 23, 2025