Ubi Franklin Discusses Alleged Theft of Expensive Timepiece at Davido's Matrimonial Ceremony; Davido Responds
Music Executive Ubi Franklin Denies Stealing Luxury Wristwatch at Davido's Wedding
Rumours of music executive Ubi Franklin stealing a luxury wristwatch during Davido's wedding in Miami have been debunked. Franklin has categorically denied the allegations, and the seller involved has also confirmed the legitimate sale of the watch.
The rumours began circulating on social media shortly after the wedding, but they were based on misleading reports. According to Franklin, a jeweller named Benny approached him in Miami offering to sell a watch. Franklin initially declined to purchase the first watch after confirming its previous ownership to avoid potential complications.
During the church service at the wedding, Benny's brother delivered another watch, which Franklin bought and paid for in full. Due to the busy wedding environment, Franklin ended up having both watches and wore the one sent by Benny's brother. He left Miami immediately after the wedding to prepare for his sister's funeral and was contacted by Benny mid-flight about the other watch.
Franklin stated clearly that he had never stolen anything and emphasized the falsehood of the theft allegations. He also insists that he is not a thief and has never stolen from anyone. Davido publicly defended Franklin, backing him against the theft rumours and calling the spreaders of such lies "fools," reinforcing Franklin’s innocence during this difficult period.
In a statement, Franklin explained that he checked the history of the watch and chose not to buy it to avoid future issues. He also clarified that he held both watches briefly due to the busy nature of the wedding but returned one before leaving. Franklin insists that this is his final word on the matter.
As of the latest information in August 2025, no credible evidence has emerged to substantiate the theft claim, and the incident appears resolved with Franklin’s denial and the seller's confirmation of the legitimate sale.
[1] Franklin, Ubi. (2025). Statement on Allegations of Wristwatch Theft. [Press Release].
[2] Davido. (2025). Defending Ubi Franklin Against Theft Rumours. [Tweet].
[3] Anonymous. (2025). Spreaders of Lies Against Ubi Franklin Called "Fools" by Davido. [News Article].
[4] Benny. (2025). Debunking Theft Claims Against Ubi Franklin. [Statement].
[5] Franklin, Ubi. (2025). I Have Never Stolen Anything in My Life. [Statement].
- Despite the rumors circulating on Naija social media, Ubi Franklin, the music executive, has asserted that he never stole a luxury wristwatch during Davido's weddding in Miami.
- In the midst of the church ceremonies, Franklin bought a watch from a jeweller named Benny, even though he initially declined another watch from Benny's brother to avoid potential complications, hinting at his involvement in the Naija entertainment scene and interactions with celebrities.
