Nigerian music icon D'Banj marked his 46th birthday with a lavish gesture late Thursday night, gifting brand-new luxury SUVs to a group of comedians in Lagos. The surprise presentation took place just hours before his birthday celebration at Casa Lounge, drawing widespread attention on social media.
Videos circulating online show the singer, popularly known as the “Koko Master”, dressed in white as he unveiled the vehicles, locally referred to as “Lee cars.” The SUVs, which bear a striking resemblance to high-end Lexus LX models, were lined up outside the venue as recipients reacted with visible excitement and disbelief.
Among those present was Carter Efe, who was seen jumping into one of the cars with a broad grin. In a light-hearted moment captured on video, he joked that a rival would be left envious, drawing laughter from those gathered.
Witnesses described the scene as emotional, with some beneficiaries expressing gratitude and hugging the music star. “This is more than a gift, it’s encouragement,” one attendee was heard saying in a clip shared online.
The gesture is consistent with D’Banj’s long-standing efforts to support emerging talents through his creative platform, the CREAM (Creative, Reality, Entertainment, Arts, and Music) initiative. The platform has previously been associated with talent hunts and financial rewards for up-and-coming entertainers, particularly in music and comedy.
Industry observers say the move highlights a growing culture of cross-generational support within Nigeria’s entertainment sector. “What we are seeing is established figures reinvesting in the ecosystem that helped them grow,” a Lagos-based entertainment analyst noted. “It strengthens the industry and creates opportunities for the next wave.”
Fans have since flooded social media with praise, applauding D’Banj for using his influence to uplift others. Some described the act as a reminder of the importance of mentorship and generosity in a competitive industry.
As celebrations continued into the night at Casa Lounge, the birthday gesture has already become one of the most talked-about entertainment moments of the week, reinforcing D’Banj’s reputation not just as a performer, but as a figure committed to empowering others within Nigeria’s creative space.
The moment D-banj surprises Carter Efe with a brand new car. pic.twitter.com/awew299mOH
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) June 12, 2026
Dbanj gifts Carterefe, Trinity & beri tiga a brand new car “the Lee car” as Dbanj celebrates his birthday 😂🔥 pic.twitter.com/e9I4i2cr0d
— D3VID 🐢 (@DurkioWiz) June 12, 2026