Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has made a direct and unprecedented appeal to United States President Donald Trump, calling on the American leader and the international community to closely monitor the forthcoming Osun State governorship election amid mounting concerns over violence, intimidation and the potential disruption of the democratic process.
In a post on his verified X handle on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Davido addressed Trump directly, writing: "President Donald Trump, I am calling your attention to the situation in Osun State, Nigeria, as we approach the election. There are growing concerns about tension and the possibility of violence, intimidation, or disruption of the democratic process". The singer, whose uncle Governor Ademola Adeleke is seeking re-election on August 15, stressed that the people of Osun deserve to exercise their constitutional right to vote freely, peacefully and without fear.
"I appeal to the United States and the international community to pay close attention to the election and encourage all relevant authorities to ensure that every voter is protected and every vote is respected," Davido wrote. He added: "We do not want bloodshed. We do not want intimidation. We want peace, transparency, and a free and fair election".
The appeal comes as political violence has already claimed more than 20 lives in the state ahead of the poll. Davido, who has been vocal about developments surrounding the Osun election, had earlier warned that he would involve Trump if the electoral process was compromised. He stated during a live session with comedian Carter Efe that he would tag the US President on social media and, if necessary, take his concerns to the White House.
The Osun governorship election, scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, has attracted significant political attention, with incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party facing strong challenges from the All Progressives Congress candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, and the African Democratic Congress candidate, Najeem Salaam. The contest has been marked by rising tensions, with allegations of police harassment, vote-buying and political killings swirling in the final stretch of the campaign.
Davido's intervention has drawn mixed reactions across social media. As of the time of reporting, his post had garnered over 3,000 comments, with some condemning his decision to involve a foreign leader in Nigeria's internal affairs, while others praised him for drawing global attention to the escalating violence in the state. The singer had previously urged political actors and residents to reject violence and intimidation, saying voters' choices must be respected.
The appeal to Trump, who has maintained a complex relationship with Nigeria during his presidency, represents a significant escalation in Davido's political advocacy. The Afrobeats star, whose uncle's political fortunes are directly tied to the outcome of the election, has made it clear that he will not remain silent if the electoral process is compromised. His direct appeal to the US President underscores the depth of concern about the potential for violence and the breakdown of law and order in Osun State.
As the clock ticks down to the August 15 election, Davido's message to Trump and the international community has amplified calls for a peaceful and credible electoral process. Whether the appeal will translate into tangible international monitoring or intervention remains to be seen. But for the people of Osun State, who have endured political violence, intimidation and the loss of lives in the run-up to the poll, the singer's intervention has placed their struggle for a free and fair election on the global stage.
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