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Davido Meets French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris, Discusses Global Progress and Cultural Exchange
Global Afrobeats sensation Davido continues to strengthen his role as a cultural ambassador after meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris, a moment that has drawn widespread attention and admiration online.
The singer, whose real name is David Adeleke, shared photos from the meeting on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, October 22, 2025, describing the encounter as an opportunity to discuss shared visions for a better and more connected world.
“It was an honor meeting @EmmanuelMacron and sharing our visions for a better world,” Davido wrote in his post, which quickly began trending across social media platforms.
The meeting, held in the French capital, was attended by Davido’s longtime manager, Asa Asika, and prominent Nigerian businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest.
Photos from the engagement showed a warm, relaxed atmosphere as Macron and Davido exchanged ideas and smiles.
It was an honor meeting @EmmanuelMacron and sharing our visions for a better world 🇳🇬🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/iZjEEjmLtq
— Davido (@davido) October 23, 2025
Observers have noted that the meeting underscores Macron’s continued engagement with African creatives and youth leaders, a key part of France’s broader cultural diplomacy strategy.
The French president has long shown interest in strengthening ties with Africa’s creative industries, previously meeting with artists and innovators from across the continent.
For Davido, the Paris visit marks yet another milestone in his expanding global footprint, one that goes beyond music.
With multiple chart-topping albums, sold-out international tours, and philanthropic initiatives under his belt, the Afrobeats star has consistently positioned himself as a bridge between Africa and the global stage.
This latest meeting with President Macron reinforces that image, spotlighting Davido not only as a global music icon but also as a voice for cultural collaboration and progress.