- Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has defended his decision to tag United States President Donald Trump regarding the upcoming Osun State governorship election, asserting that Trump is also his president due to his dual citizenship.
- The music icon urged the U.S. government and the global community to closely monitor the August 15 Osun poll to prevent voter intimidation, political disruption, and electoral violence.
- Davido reiterated his unwavering backing for his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, calling for peace, transparency, and a free and fair democratic process in the state.
Afrobeats global sensation David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has sparked heated discussions across social media after declaring that United States President Donald Trump is also his president.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the statement came in response to online criticism following his public appeal to international leaders regarding the upcoming August 15 Osun State governorship election.
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The controversy began when Davido took to his X account to tag President Trump and international observers, drawing their attention to rising political tensions in Osun State ahead of the polls.
Expressing concern over potential voter intimidation, violence, and electoral disruption, the singer urged foreign governments to help safeguard the democratic process.
His posts immediately ignited mixed reactions, with critics questioning why he was involving a foreign head of state in Nigeria’s domestic politics.
Responding directly to an X user who mocked his post, Davido shot back, asking if he was no longer allowed to tweet at his president.
When another user posted a photograph of Davido sitting alongside Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and asked who Tinubu was to him, the award-winning musician clarified that he holds dual Nigerian and American citizenship, making both leaders his presidents.
Davido, who has been actively campaigning for his uncle, incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke, emphasized that his primary goal is ensuring a peaceful and transparent electoral process.
He urged all political actors, security agencies, and residents of Osun State to reject violence and ensure that the mandate of the electorate is respected without intimidation or bloodshed.
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