Trump is also my president, says Davido amid election appeal

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, known as Davido, has asserted that U.S. President Donald Trump is also his president, a statement made amidst social media exchanges regarding his appeal for international attention on the upcoming Osun State governorship election.

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So I can’t tweet my president again?

Davido, who holds both Nigerian and American citizenship, had earlier urged President Trump and the international community to observe the August 15 election. He cited concerns over potential violence, intimidation, and disruption of the electoral process.

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He’s my president too; I get dual citizenship. Any problem?

His appeal drew mixed reactions online. When one user questioned his stance, Davido responded, "So I can’t tweet my president again?" Another user posted a picture of Davido with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, asking about his allegiance. Davido clarified, "He’s my president too; I get dual citizenship. Any problem?"

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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.

Davido, a nephew of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has openly supported his uncle's re-election bid. In his initial appeal, he specifically called on the United States and the international community to monitor the Osun election, encouraging Nigerian authorities to protect voters and ensure their votes are respected. He also urged political actors and residents to reject violence, advocating for "peace, transparency, and a free and fair election."

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