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The Mayor of Atlanta, Andre Dickens, has recognised Nigerian-American singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido\u2019s contribution towards entertainment in the city of Atlanta.<\/p>\n
Following the OBO crooner\u2019s headline A.W.A.Y Festival at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, the Mayor and the Atlanta City Council declared November 18 \u201cDavido Day\u201d in honour of the singer.<\/p>\n
In a message to the singer on his birthday, November 21, 2023, the Mayor noted that Davido has \u201ccaptivated audiences worldwide, becoming a global icon in the music industry. On behalf of the City of Atlanta, thank you for your tireless efforts as a renowned singer, songwriter, producer, business leader, philanthropist, and community advocate. Throughout your remarkable career, you\u2019ve amassed an incredible number of accolades and continue to use your platform to give back to communities in the United States and throughout Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n
Earlier, the Atlanta City Council in a statement said, \u201cBe it resolved that we, the members of the Atlanta City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Atlanta, do hereby proclaim November 18, 2023, as Davido Day in the City of Atlanta.\u201d<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Fulton Council Board of Commissioners has also honoured Davido.<\/p>\n
The Board has proclaimed 21st November as \u201cDavido Appreciation Day\u201d in the City of Fulton County, Georgia.<\/p>\n
\u201cBe it resolved, That the Fulton County Board of Commissioners recognizes David for his contributions to the music and entertainment industry, and does hereby proclaim Tuesday, November 21, 2023 \u2018Davido Appreciation Day\u2019 in Fulton County, Gourgia,\u201d the Board said in a statement.<\/p>\n
Mayor of Atlanta declares November 18 \u2018Davido Day\u2019<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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