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Davido gifts Mayorkun Tesla cybertruck

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  • - Afrobeats star Davido gifted singer Mayorkun a Tesla Cybertruck.
  • The luxury electric vehicle is valued between $69,990 and $99,990 in the US, with significantly higher prices in Nigeria.
  • Mayorkun was formerly signed to Davido's record label.

Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, known as Davido, has gifted fellow singer Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, professionally known as Mayorkun, a Tesla Cybertruck. Davido revealed the generous present on his Instagram Story on Sunday, sharing a photo of the luxury electric vehicle with a message expressing his affection for his former signee.

"My gift to you. I love you #iammayorkun," Davido wrote, instructing an associate to arrange delivery for the following day. While the exact cost of the gift was not disclosed, the vehicle is a Tesla Cybertruck. This all-electric pickup is recognized for its distinctive, futuristic stainless steel design. A visual search indicates the Cybertruck retails in the United States for prices ranging from $69,990 to $99,990, depending on the specific model and configuration.

My gift to you. I love you #iammayorkun

โ€” DavidoExpressing his affection while announcing the gift to Mayorkun.

In Nigeria, however, the price of such a luxury vehicle is considerably higher due to import duties, shipping costs, and other associated expenses. Estimates suggest that brand-new units could cost between โ‚ฆ200 million and โ‚ฆ340 million. Mayorkun was initially signed to Davido's record label, Davido Music Worldwide, in 2016. He later launched his independent career in 2021, but he and Davido have maintained a cordial relationship, frequently expressing mutual respect and support publicly.

pls have it delivered 2moro.

โ€” DavidoInstructing an associate regarding the delivery of the gift.
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