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Adeleke, Davido Face Social Media Backlash Over Osun Governor’s Support for Tinubu, APC Ahead of 2027
Adeleke, Davido Face Social Media Backlash Over Osun Governor’s Support for Tinubu, APC Ahead of 2027
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and his nephew, award-winning Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, have come under intense criticism on social media platform X following the governor’s declaration of support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The controversy has sparked a heated political debate, with several Nigerians questioning the apparent contrast between Adeleke’s earlier opposition to the APC in Osun State and his reported willingness to support the ruling party at the federal level.
The backlash intensified after Governor Adeleke reportedly declared his intention to deliver Osun State for President Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The development has attracted considerable attention, particularly because of the political rivalry between the Adeleke camp and the APC in the state.
Reports also indicated that Adeleke had been included in the APC Presidential Campaign Council and appointed coordinator of the City Boy Movement in Osun State, developments that have further fuelled discussions about his political alignment ahead of the next general election.
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The governor’s reported decision has drawn renewed scrutiny of his previous political position during the Osun governorship election, when he had declared that he would not allow the APC to win the state.
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For critics, the latest development has raised questions about political consistency, party loyalty and the relationship between state-level political competition and national electoral alliances. Others have framed the controversy as another example of the shifting political calculations that often characterise Nigeria’s electoral landscape.
Davido’s Old Anti-APC Post Resurfaces:
Davido has also found himself at the centre of the controversy as old posts expressing opposition to the APC have resurfaced on social media.
One of the widely circulated posts attributed to the singer reads: “Anybody supporting APC in Osun is an enemy of progress.”
The resurfaced statement has prompted users to question whether the singer would maintain the same position following his uncle’s reported alignment with the APC ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Some commentators have challenged Davido to publicly address the development, arguing that his earlier political interventions helped shape the perceptions of supporters who backed his uncle during the contest against the APC in Osun State.
Others have criticised those who look to celebrities for political direction, insisting that citizens should independently assess candidates, political parties and their records rather than rely on the opinions of entertainers.
The debate has consequently extended beyond the Adeleke family, touching on celebrity influence in politics, the expectations placed on public figures and the question of whether political alliances should be assessed differently at the state and federal levels.
Nigerians React as Political Debate Intensifies:
Below are some of the reactions gathered from users on X, reflecting the range of opinions generated by the controversy.
@kokomatic wrote:
“Just imagine if Rauf Aregbesola and the APC in Osun had given the rerun ticket to Ademola Adeleke instead of Mudashir Hussein in 2017, after the death of Isiaka Adeleke (Serubawon). That breakaway from the Adeleke family and their supporters is one of the reasons Osun is not under APC today, even though Governor Oyetola defeated the dancing governor in 2018 and governed for a term.
“If the incumbent governor had also joined the APC some months ago, it would have saved our party a lot of stress and unnecessary spending. Governor Adeleke will join the APC in 2027, and life will go on.
“Sometimes, forgiving an old enemy and working with them, especially in politics, can be a smart strategic move. That person will have a lot to prove to you. We keep learning in this game.”
Another user, @AwoOluu, questioned Davido’s credibility and criticised the governor’s reported political realignment, writing:
“ I know you guys love Davido but that nigga is fake asf .. you wonder why everyone in the industry doesn’t rate him. He lacks credibility, integrity and he’s so cruel and it pains me you guys can’t see it! Everything is about money right?
“Now you guys need to make this make sense? When Ademola Adeleke needed the support of the people of Osun State, the APC was portrayed as evil. Many people stood firmly with him till the end, and some even lost their lives.
“Many women became widows, many children were left fatherless and motherless, and many elderly parents had to bury their own children for his sake. Yet barely two months later, what did Ademola Adeleke do? He spat on their sacrifice. This is a very big disappointment in the history of the Adeleke family. Senator Ademola Adeleke Jackson is a shame. You have insulted the people of Osun State.”
@SEA KING also criticised the governor and his nephew, posting:
“You and ur dancing governor uncle are enemy of progress. Una go learn lesson toooo Abi ?”
Similarly, @samuelorio questioned the perceived contradiction between opposing the APC in Osun and supporting the party nationally, stating:
“The Adeleke family is showing what many would call political double standards. You don’t want APC to rule Osun State, yet you support the same APC to rule Nigeria. How does that make sense? Make it make sense!”
Another user, @EMOJ_01, criticised the role of celebrity endorsements in political decision-making, writing:
“Some Nigerians are so politically clueless and emotionally driven that they need a celebrity to tell them who to vote for. Una no fit think for una self again? If your PVC needs a celebrity’s instruction before you can make a decision, you’re insane.”
@boxypiper expressed a similar concern about the reported political alignment, saying:
“Davido and his family don’t want APC ruling Osun State, but they’re okay with APC ruling Nigeria. Make it make sense.”
Meanwhile, @Francis133 referenced Davido’s previous political position and called attention to his silence amid the latest controversy:
“If you watch Vdm last video on instagram I swear you will never take Davido serious again, the same Davido that stood with his uncle against Apc in the last Osun state governorship election is now mute after his uncle is now campaigning for Apc for presidential election.”
@Jude Heavenly also questioned the singer’s position, asking:
“Your uncle is supporting APC and Tinubu, who is he?”
Another commenter, @GreatCbscjim, urged Davido to address the controversy publicly, writing:
“I hope Davido will address this to his audience Tbh.”
@atetemarho, however, approached the matter from a political-strategy perspective, stating:
“Wickedness aside let’s sit back and applaud this man’s brilliance when it comes to politics I can say he’s that one politician that really knows how to exploit Nigerians stupidity.”
@pbtips also questioned the apparent difference between the family’s political positions at the state and national levels, writing:
“Davido and his family doesn’t want APC in Osun state but they want APC for Nigerians.”
Another user, @unkle_renzoo, commented on Davido’s response to the unfolding situation:
“By now, @davido would have made over 100 posts in defense of his uncle | love this energy! I fucking love it! Wake up Naija! Wake up!.”
@Geezyprotips also criticised the singer, posting:
“As long itis beneficial to him, he no s d you. Na who dey go trust person wey scam his followers millions of dollars i pity.”
Similarly, @Tutsy22 suggested that the governor could formally join the APC, writing:
“For someone who is shameless, the next move for him is to join OFFICIALLY APC.”
@Moweyyyy recalled Davido’s earlier anti-APC statement, expressing disappointment over the apparent change in political circumstances:
“Anybody supporting APC in Osun state is an enemy of progress, Na so them carry us handicap, I come dey feel like fool bcs I follow defend.”
Another commenter, @FSYusuff, made a prediction about the political implications of Adeleke’s reported support for Tinubu, writing:
“Davido’s uncle will rig Osun state for Tinubu. That’s him keeping his part of the deal. We are cooked.”
The allegation about election rigging was the user’s commenter’s claim and was not accompanied by evidence in the supplied material.
@callmeuchman also expressed disappointment over what the user described as politicians changing their positions according to circumstances, stating:
“It’s clear that politicians only shout and cry when things don’t go their way. I’m honestly disappointed.”
@Buggzyie criticised the governor’s reported political realignment, writing:
“Gov Ademola Adeleke is dancing on the graves of Osun people who gave their lives for him to win a second term and Davido is mute.”
Finally, @BOGER011 used the governor’s well-known dancing persona to mock the reported development, asking Davido to comment:
“Governor Ademola Jackson Adeleke is now APC dancer and artist of the year @davido, what can you say about the gigs that your uncle just collect.”
Political Realignment Raises Questions Ahead of 2027
The controversy surrounding Adeleke and Davido highlights the scrutiny that public officials and celebrity figures face when their political positions appear to change or diverge from earlier statements.
For many critics, the central issue is whether the governor’s reported support for Tinubu and the APC is consistent with the position he previously adopted during political contests in Osun State. For others, the development reflects the realities of political alliances, in which politicians may cooperate with former opponents in pursuit of broader strategic objectives.
Davido’s involvement has added another dimension to the debate because of his public profile and previous statements about the APC. While some users expect him to explain his position, others maintain that political choices should be based on individual judgment rather than celebrity influence.
As political alignments continue to develop ahead of the 2027 general election, the reactions on X demonstrate how questions of loyalty, consistency, accountability and public trust can quickly become subjects of national debate.
However, the social media comments represent the opinions of individual users and should not be interpreted as a measure of the views of all residents of Osun State or Nigerians generally. The reported appointments and political commitments also remain distinct from any formal declaration of party membership unless officially confirmed.
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