One killed as Davido’s security details, thugs clash at palace

Osogbo, Nigeria – A fatal clash erupted outside the Ataoja of Osogbo's palace, resulting in one death and a significant security incident during the visit of Governor Ademola Adeleke. The governor, accompanied by his nephew, the popular Afrobeats star David Adeleke, also known as Davido, was paying a courtesy visit to the monarch when violence broke out.

Reports indicate that the confrontation began between two groups outside the palace, leading to an exchange of gunfire. Davido's security team reportedly intervened by firing shots into the air and deploying tear gas to disperse the agitated crowd before the governor's convoy could depart. Davido himself took to X, formerly Twitter, to state, "It was a fight outside the palace that had nothing to do with us! The pple love excellency!"

The State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, explained that the shooting commenced after a known political thug, Adebayo Taoreed, alias “Small Rugged,” attempted to gain access to Davido. This attempt was reportedly resisted by the singer's security personnel.

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It was a fight outside the palace that had nothing to do with us! The pple love excellency!

"The incident attracted more of his cult gang members who attempted to override the security detail which led to gun exchange," Ojelabi stated. He added that the thugs temporarily blocked the palace entrance but were eventually overpowered by the security details. The group later allegedly moved towards the Ayepe area, where they are accused of shooting Tajudeen Yusuf, 60, in the Ita-Olokan area.

The police have confirmed the shooting and stated that an investigation is underway. Police Commissioner (Election) Samuel Etaifo assured that resources would be deployed to apprehend the suspect(s) involved in the fatal incident.

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The incident attracted more of his cult gang members who attempted to override the security detail which led to gun exchange.