Davido celebrates INEC declaration of Ademola Adeleke as winner of Osun governorship election

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has described the re-election of his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, as a triumph over overwhelming political resistance.Speaking to journalists at his country home after the August 15 governorship poll, Davido said the contest felt like “war,” claiming that 17 governors, 50 senators, and numerous lawmakers rallied against Adeleke.“Let me congratulate my governor for his re-election for the hard-fought battle. Let me not say battle but war… and he came out victorious. God is good,” Davido said.The singer praised Osun voters for their loyalty, saying their determination to protect their votes was pivotal. He admitted becoming emotional on election day, moved by the massive show of support for the Adeleke family.Davido urged political leaders nationwide to learn from Adeleke’s example, stressing that leaders who genuinely serve their people will earn their trust at the polls. He also thanked Osun residents for resisting intimidation and vote-buying during the election.Beyond politics, Davido revealed plans to expand youth and sports development in the state. As chairman of the Osun State Sports Trust Fund, he announced a proposed recreation centre with football pitches, swimming pools, and basketball courts to nurture young talent.Adeleke secured a second term after defeating Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress. Davido, one of his most vocal celebrity supporters, said his focus will now shift to initiatives that empower Osun’s youth through sports and recreation.

Davido celebrated his uncle Ademola Adeleke's gubernatorial victory in Osun State, drawing crowds in matching yellow caps as footage of the joyous event went viral.

Afrobeats superstar, Davido, has said his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, faced 17 All Progressives Congress, APC, governors and 50 National Assembly members in the Osun gubernatorial election. Speaking to newsmen on Tuesday in Osogbo, Davido said that the people of Osun State stood their ground despite the intimidation by the APC. The singer described the […] Osun Election: 17 govs, 50 NASS members against one man – Davido on Adeleke’s victory

Nigerian music star Davido has reacted to the re-election of his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, as the governor of Osun State. Celebrating the victory, Davido took to X and simply wrote, “We did it.” The singer’s reaction came after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke, the Accord Party candidate, winner of the Osun State […] The post ‘We Did It, Uncle’ – Davido Reacts As Adeleke Wins Osun Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

The Afrobeats star shared a brief celebratory message and video on X after the Osun governor was declared the winner of Saturday’s governorship election. The post Davido celebrates Adeleke’s victory in Osun governorship election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has expressed gratitude to God over the victory of incumbent governor, Ademola Adeleke in the concluded Osun State governorship election. DAILY POST had earlier reported that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, declared Adeleke winner of the polls. Recall that the singer openly supported and campaigned for […] Osun decides: Davido celebrates as INEC declares Adeleke winner [Video]

Afrobeats star Davido celebrates his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election, securing another term as governor. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-we-did-it-davido-celebrates-adelekes-victory/

 Nigerian music star Davido has reacted to the re-election of his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, as the governor of Osun State.Celebrating the victory, Davido took to X and simply wrote, “We did it.”WE DID IT UNC !!! 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬 @aadeleke_01 pic.twitter.com/xlUz2bC5Kl— Davido (@davido) August 16, 2026 The singer’s reaction came after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke, the Accord Party candidate, winner of the Osun State governorship election.Adeleke polled 511,067 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who secured 444,815 votes.The result gives Adeleke another term as governor of Osun State after he emerged victorious in the keenly contested election.Davido, who is a prominent member of the Adeleke family, has consistently supported his uncle and celebrated his political achievements.Adeleke’s latest victory further strengthens the Adeleke family’s political influence in Osun State.

Nigerian music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has celebrated the re-election of his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, as the governor of Osun State. The singer expressed his excitement in a brief post on X following the announcement of the election result by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. Davido simply wrote, “we did it,” […] Osun decides: ‘We did it’ – Davido celebrates Adeleke’s victory

Nigerian music star Davido has reacted to the re-election of his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, as the governor of Osun State. The post Video: ‘We did it, Uncle’, Davido reacts as Adeleke wins Osun election appeared first on Vanguard News.