Popular Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore has slammed Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, for meeting with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, just days after a violent governorship election in Osun State. The encounter, which took place at Wike’s Abuja residence on Thursday, sparked widespread criticism online, especially after a 16-second video surfaced showing Davido engaged in casual conversation with the minister about the election outcome.
In the video, Davido is seen discussing the results of Saturday’s Osun State governorship election alongside his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, who won the poll under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The meeting raised eyebrows given the turbulent and deadly nature of the electoral process, which saw violence erupt between supporters of rival parties. Reports confirmed that members of both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party were killed before and during the election.
Sowore took to his X handle to express his dismay, calling Davido and other political figures “political hustlers” who exploit public sentiment for personal gain. He questioned why the singer would “genuflect before Nyesom Wike” so soon after an election marred by bloodshed. “Nigerian political hustlers will deceive the public, and the gullible will swallow the deception whole,” Sowore wrote, highlighting what he sees as hypocrisy among those who publicly champion democracy while privately aligning with power brokers.
He further accused these actors of being “dissemblers, gerrymanderers, carpetbaggers, and lying machines,” arguing that their true motives are revealed when their interests are at stake. According to Sowore, behind the theatrics and manufactured outrage lies a calculated network of alliances designed to consolidate power, regardless of human cost. His post quickly gained traction, resonating with many Nigerians who have grown weary of perceived political double standards.
The Osun election was one of the most contested in recent memory, marked by reports of voter intimidation, ballot snatching, and armed clashes. Despite the violence, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Governor Ademola Adeleke the winner. Davido, who has been vocal in supporting his uncle’s campaign, has not publicly responded to Sowore’s criticisms.
This incident underscores growing public scrutiny over the role of celebrities in Nigeria’s political landscape. As influencers increasingly engage in electoral politics, questions arise about accountability, ethics, and the potential for exploitation. The debate is likely to continue as more Nigerians demand transparency and integrity from both public figures and political leaders.
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