# Nigerian musicians commemorate lost children

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-musicians-commemorate-lost-children
> Updated: 2026-10-31T08:27:28.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Nigerian music artists D’banj and Davido have shared public tributes to remember their late sons. 

D’banj, born Daniel Oyebanjo, reflected on the impact of his son, Daniel Oyebanjo III, who passed away in June 2018 following a drowning incident in a swimming pool at the family residence in Ikoyi, Lagos. The singer noted that his family is now in a “safe space” and previously credited fan support for helping them navigate the tragedy. 

Davido also shared messages to remember his son, Ifeanyi, as both artists navigate the lasting effects of these family losses.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-31: Nigerian musicians D’banj and Davido commemorate lost children

Nigerian music stars D’banj and Davido have shared emotional tributes to remember their sons, Daniel and Ifeanyi, following their respective passing.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigerian-musicians-dbanj-and-davido-commemorate-lost-children

### 2026-10-29: D'banj pays tribute to his late son, Daniel Oyebanjo III

Nigerian music star D'banj shared a heartfelt social media tribute to his son, Daniel Oyebanjo III, who died in a 2018 drowning accident in Lagos.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dbanj-pays-tribute-to-his-late-son-daniel-oyebanjo-iii

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