Davido's Role in Adeleke's Re-Election Bid Sparks Diverse Responses

Davido's appointment as head of youth mobilisation for Governor Ademola Adeleke's campaign council has sparked mixed reactions, with the singer expressing enthusiasm about the role and confidence in the governor's chances in the forthcoming Osun State gubernatorial elections.

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The Afrobeats superstar took to his X account to share the news, writing: "I have been appointed by the Governor of OSUN STATE @AAdeleke_01 and flag bearer of the ACCORD PARTY as Head of Youth Mobilisation Council! "We look forward to a smooth campaign and you RE-ELECTION Your Excellency! 4+4.”

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The appointment comes as political activities intensify ahead of the Osun governorship election slated for August 8, with Adeleke seeking re-election under the Accord Party.

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In less than 24 hours of making the post, it has generated a buzz on social media platforms, as Davido's fans and critics comment on the development, with some congratulating him and others questioning the role of celebrities in political campaigns and governance.

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Some social media users, such as @OfficialClever4, have expressed skepticism about Davido's public image aligning with youth leadership expectations, writing: "OBO don level up proper! From dropping bangers to becoming the head of youth mobilisation for Governor Adeleke’s 4+4 re-election under Accord Party.

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@OfficialClever4 further questioned how the energy from the campaign would be used to push real youth empowerment for Osun jobs, skills, or just vibes, saying: "Uncle and nephew combo loading… Osun youths, una ready make we turn this campaign to a concert or wetin? But real talk: how we go use this energy push real youth empowerment for Osun jobs, skills, or just vibes? 30BG in politics too!”

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@iambenedict congratulated Governor Adeleke, writing: "Congratulations @AAdeleke_01 "I hope Governor performed well to deserve a second tenure not just to say 4+4.”

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However, not everyone was supportive, with @bigbrownson writing: "Davido you’re not worthy of that position. He should have appointed your elder brother to be in that position. “You can’t be living a reckless life as a musician and be a Youth leader. Naira Marley tried it and regretted it immediately. “I wish you good luck regardless.”

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Others, such as @midenation_, were more positive, saying: "Congrats Davido! Head of Youth Mobilization for Uncle’s 4+4 re-election. First big Afrobeats star in that role legacy loading. Osun youths, una dey show?”

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@InsightByTee expressed confidence in the campaign, writing: "Osun youths are LOCKED IN!!! 4+4 is LOADED, smooth campaign activated, landslide re-election CONFIRMED! “We dey with you.”

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However, @Diamie_x was critical, saying: "This guy doesn’t know a thing about politics but yet got this position, favoritism at its peak.”

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@olam_xx advised Davido to stay out of politics, writing: "Great Artistes are role model for youths all over the world. “Politics is a very dirty game and it shouldn’t be your thing at all cos people are looking up to you. “You should learn from those great African artistes, they don’t do this.”

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@eddyunlimited challenged Davido to list Governor Adeleke's achievements in the last four years, saying: "You want to campaign for someone who has done poorly in the office. I challenge you to list his achievements in the last four years.”

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Davido's latest appointment marks his growing involvement in Osun politics, having been a vocal supporter of Adeleke and played active roles during previous political activities and campaigns in the state.