Help prevent violence in Osun election, Davido appeals to Trump

Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, known as Davido, has publicly called on United States President Donald Trump to draw attention to the upcoming Osun State governorship election. Davido voiced concerns over potential violence and disruptions to the electoral process, urging the U.S. and the international community to monitor the election.

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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.

In a post on X, Davido appealed to authorities to ensure that residents of Osun State can exercise their constitutional right to vote freely and peacefully. "Osun people deserve to exercise their constitutional right to vote freely, peacefully, and without fear," he stated. He specifically asked the international community to encourage Nigerian authorities to protect voters and ensure that their votes are respected.

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Osun people deserve to exercise their constitutional right to vote freely, peacefully, and without fear.

Davido stressed that his primary goal is to prevent bloodshed and intimidation, advocating for a transparent, free, and fair election. This appeal follows his earlier remarks about seeking Trump's intervention if the electoral process were compromised. Davido, whose uncle Ademola Adeleke is the current governor of Osun State, has been a vocal supporter of his uncle's re-election bid and a proponent of peaceful elections.

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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.

The singer had previously urged political actors and residents to reject violence and provocation, emphasizing that voters' choices must be respected. The Osun governorship election is scheduled for August 15, with incumbent Governor Adeleke expected to face other candidates. Davido's intervention adds to the growing calls for a credible electoral process as political activities intensify.

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We do not want bloodshed. We do not want intimidation. We want peace, transparency, and a free and fair election.