Chivido2025: Ubi Franklin Addresses Wristwatch Theft Allegation, Shares What Transpired in Miami

Chivido2025: Ubi Franklin Addresses Wristwatch Theft Allegation, Shares What Transpired in Miami

  • Ubi Franklin has addressed allegations that recently emerged that he stole a wristwatch at Davido and Chioma's white wedding in Miami
  • The music executive shared what transpired between him and Davido's jeweler, Benny, who offered to sell a wristwatch to him
  • Ubi Franklin also shared why he left Miami immediately after Davido and Chioma's wedding, stirring reactions

Popular music executive and talent manager Ubi Franklin has broken his silence following allegations that recently surfaced online about him stealing a wristwatch at Davido and Chioma's white wedding in Miami.

Legit.ng recalls reporting that Wizkid's associate, Tufab, shared the reports of a stolen watch in Miami, which ignited reactions from many, including Davido's brother, Adewale Adeleke.

Ubi Franklin denies stealing wristwatch at Davido and Chioma's wedding.
Ubi Franklin releases statement in response to wristwatch theft allegation. Credit: ubifranklin/bennydajeweler
Source: Instagram

Ubi Franklin denies stealing wristwatch

In a statement he released on Wednesday, August 13, Ubi stated that he was aware of the recent circulation on social media linking his name to an alleged theft.

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The music executive stated that the allegations were completely false and misleading.

Ubi, who disclosed he was currently preparing for his sister’s funeral scheduled to take place this weekend, said it was an extremely difficult and sensitive time for him and his family.

He recalled how Davido's jeweler, Benny, offered to sell a wristwatch to him, which he decided against purchasing after reviewing it and confirming its previous ownership.

"I decided not to purchase it in order to avoid any potential complications," Ubi said.

The talent manager, however, disclosed that during the wedding, Benny sent his brother with another wristwatch to him, which he (Ubi) purchased and paid in full.

"Given the busy circumstances surrounding the wedding, I was in possession of both wristwatches and wore the one he sent to me through his brother. After the wedding, I had to leave Miami immediately to finialize my sister’s funeral coming up this weekend. While airborne, I was contacted by Benny regarding the other wristwatch," he said.

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Ubi debunked the theft allegation against him, stating that he had never stolen from anyone in his life.

Ubi Franklin responds to claim he stole a wristwatch.
Ubi Franklin says he is not a thief as he defends himself amid allegations. Credit: ubifranklin
Source: Instagram
"I want to state clearly: I am not a thief. I have never stolen from anyone in my life. I purchased a wristwatch and paid in full from Benny. Benny had earlier in the day debunked this news and yet it still kept spreading. I appreciate the calls and messages. This is my final word on this," he added.

Ubi Franklin's tweet is below:

Reactions trail Ubi Franklin's statement

Read the comments below:

Success37271017 said:

"You Dey always involve In allegations why, U no Dey settle your ancestors?"

khanofkhans11_ reacted:

"You wan explain agenda. I believe you."

AbisoyeOmotosho said:

"You had to quickly leave miami to Nigeria like say na island to mainland. You tiff Abi you no tiff."

Sirchigor reacted:

"Chai being in a position to explain eh I Dey always avoid am becos u go explain tire."

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Davido, Chioma and Hailey leave Miami

Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Davido shared a video of him, his wife Chioma, and his daughter, Hailey Adeleke, leaving Miami, Florida.

The singer also shared an appreciation post following the success of his white wedding with Chioma.

Reacting to the video, many Nigerians shared their observation about the bond between Chioma and Hailey.

Source: Legit.ng

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Olumide Alake (Entertainment Editor) Olumide Alake is a Lifestyle and Entertainment Journalist with 7 years of experience in news media. He holds an awarded certificate from the Editorial CDS during his service year. He has worked with some online media outfits notable are Naijaloaded, Jaguda, Kemifilani. Olumide bagged an award for the best exclusive article at Legit.ng and Best Entertainer Editor 2023. Contact: olumide.alake@corp.legit.ng