VIDEO: Is dancing a problem? Davido defends uncle against Edo governor

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has publicly defended his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, against remarks made by Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo. The exchange occurred ahead of the August 15 governorship election in Osun State, with Davido urging President Bola Tinubu to ensure the election is conducted freely and fairly.

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Mr Monday Okpebholo, you don see small money now, your voice no dey shake again abi? You’re talking about my governor that all he does is dance. Is there any problem in dancing? Na because you no get talent na. You can talk anyhow.

During a "VOTE, NOT FIGHT" campaign event in Osogbo on Friday, Davido directly addressed Okpebholo's comments about Governor Adeleke's penchant for dancing. The singer dismissed the criticism, stating, "Is there any problem in dancing? Na because you no get talent na. You can talk anyhow." He implied that Okpebholo's critique might stem from his own lack of talent.

Davido also voiced strong support for the Adeleke administration, asserting that the government has successfully fulfilled its promises to the people of Osun State. "I’m happy that the Osun people have stood with us and have stood firm. It’s not only because of Adeleke but because this government has been doing a good job. All the projects we promised, we’ve been delivering it," he stated.

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I’m happy that the Osun people have stood with us and have stood firm. It’s not only because of Adeleke but because this government has been doing a good job. All the projects we promised, we’ve been delivering it.

Furthermore, Davido appealed directly to President Tinubu, recalling a personal meeting where the president promised to ensure a credible election. "Mr President, I came to see you personally in Abuja, and you promised me that you will give us a free and fair election," the singer said. This call for electoral integrity comes after Davido joined Governor Adeleke for a roadshow and campaign rally the previous day, where he emphasized the importance of rejecting violence and intimidation during the polls. In a related move, Davido shared what appeared to be Okpebholo's WAEC result on his Instagram Stories, widely interpreted as a retort to the governor's comments about Adeleke's dancing.

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Mr President, I came to see you personally in Abuja, and you promised me that you will give us a free and fair election.