Davido Rejects Adeleke’s Support for Tinubu, Accuses APC of Violence During Osun Election

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has publicly disagreed with his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, over the governor’s decision to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in 2027.

Davido’s reaction came shortly after Adeleke reaffirmed his support for Tinubu following his victory in the Osun State governorship election.

The singer, who had openly supported his uncle during the governorship campaign, expressed anger over the political developments surrounding the election and strongly criticised the All Progressives Congress.

Davido accused the APC and its supporters of being responsible for violence during the election period, alleging that lives were lost in the process.

He also made it clear that his support for his uncle during the election was based on family ties and his personal decision to stand behind Adeleke, rather than an indication that he would support the APC or its political interests.

The singer’s comments have generated significant reactions because of the contrast between his position and that of the governor.

Adeleke, after securing re-election, expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and reaffirmed his endorsement of the president for the 2027 presidential election.

The governor described Tinubu as an important figure in the political affairs of Osun and praised his role in the electoral process.

Davido, however, took a different position.

The singer maintained that he could not support the APC, expressing strong dissatisfaction with the party and the events that surrounded the Osun election.

His reaction has once again placed the relationship between politics, family and celebrity influence in the spotlight.

Davido has been one of the most visible members of the Adeleke family in Nigerian entertainment, and his political involvement during his uncle’s campaigns has attracted considerable public attention over the years.

During the Osun election campaign, the singer used his enormous social media following to mobilise support for Adeleke and encourage voters to back his candidacy.

His involvement made the election even more prominent among young Nigerians and entertainment audiences who followed the political contest through social media.

Following the governor’s victory, however, Davido’s latest comments demonstrate that supporting a family member during an election does not necessarily mean agreeing with every political decision made after the election.

The disagreement is particularly notable because Adeleke’s endorsement of Tinubu could have wider political implications ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.

Tinubu is seeking another term as president, and political parties and influential figures have already begun positioning themselves ahead of the election.

Adeleke’s decision to support the president could therefore strengthen political relations between the Osun governor and the federal administration.

Davido’s rejection of that position shows that members of the same family can hold sharply different political views.

The singer also expressed frustration over what he described as the human cost of the Osun election.

His comments centred on allegations of violence and deaths linked to the political contest.

However, the allegations remain claims made in the heat of political controversy and would need to be established through appropriate investigations before responsibility can be conclusively assigned.

The issue of violence was already a major concern during the election period, with political tensions rising in some parts of the state.

The competing parties accused one another of misconduct and irregularities, while security agencies were deployed across the state to maintain order.

The allegations surrounding the election are expected to remain part of the political debate as parties review the outcome.

For Davido, however, the immediate issue appears to be his refusal to associate himself with the APC.

His position represents a continuation of his outspoken political identity, particularly on issues concerning governance and elections in Nigeria.

The singer has repeatedly used his platform to comment on political developments and encourage young Nigerians to participate in the democratic process.

His latest statement is therefore likely to attract further debate among his millions of followers.

Some supporters are expected to agree with his decision to separate his personal support for Adeleke from the governor’s political endorsement of Tinubu.

Others may argue that Adeleke, as an elected governor, has the right to make political decisions based on his assessment of the country’s political situation.

The disagreement also raises broader questions about political loyalty within families and among public figures.

In Nigerian politics, family relationships can sometimes intersect with political interests, particularly where influential families have members involved in different sectors of society.

The Adeleke family is one of the most prominent examples, with members involved in politics, business and entertainment.

Davido’s involvement in his uncle’s political campaigns has previously demonstrated the extent to which family relationships can influence political mobilisation.

His latest reaction, however, shows that such support has limits.

The singer appears to be drawing a distinction between supporting his uncle personally and supporting the political choices made by his administration.

That distinction could become even more significant as the 2027 election approaches.

Adeleke’s endorsement of Tinubu places him on a political path that may bring him closer to the president and the federal government.

Davido, meanwhile, has made it clear that he does not intend to follow that political direction.

The development is likely to fuel further discussions about the influence of celebrities in Nigerian politics.

Musicians and other entertainers now have enormous audiences through social media, allowing them to communicate political opinions directly to millions of people without relying on traditional media.

Davido’s comments are an example of how celebrity voices can quickly become part of national political conversations.

His criticism of the APC has already generated reactions among supporters and opponents of the party, while Adeleke’s support for Tinubu has also attracted debate.

Despite the disagreement, there is no indication that the political difference will necessarily affect the family relationship between Davido and his uncle.

Political disagreements are not unusual within families, particularly in a country where political affiliations can differ significantly even among close relatives.

For now, the disagreement remains primarily political.

Adeleke is focused on his second term as governor and his political plans ahead of 2027, while Davido continues to maintain his opposition to the APC.

The singer’s strong reaction also reflects the lingering emotions surrounding the Osun election, which was fiercely contested before Adeleke eventually secured victory.

With the election now concluded, the political atmosphere is expected to gradually settle, but the arguments surrounding the campaign, alleged violence and competing political alliances are likely to continue.

As preparations for 2027 gather momentum, Adeleke’s support for Tinubu and Davido’s rejection of the APC could become part of the wider political conversation.

For the governor, the priority will now be governing Osun State and maintaining the mandate he has received.

For Davido, his latest comments reinforce his position that personal loyalty to family does not require political agreement.

The disagreement has therefore provided another example of how Nigerian politics can create unexpected divisions, even among people who share close family connections.

As the country moves closer to the 2027 presidential election, the positions taken by influential politicians and public figures will continue to attract attention, particularly when those positions differ from the views of members of their own families.