OSOGBO — Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has said he has no plans to venture into politics despite his active involvement in the recent Osun State governorship election.
Davido spoke on Tuesday at the country home of his uncle in Ede while celebrating the victory of Governor Ademola Adeleke in the election.
The singer, who serves as Chairman of the Osun State Sports Trust Fund, said his priority was to contribute to the development of the state, particularly through entertainment and youth engagement.
Asked about his political ambition, Davido said, “No, I don’t have any future political ambition.”
He, however, announced plans to organise a major concert in Osun after Governor Adeleke’s inauguration in December, with young artistes from the state expected to perform alongside him.
“I definitely want to see Osun youth perform alongside me, so maybe we will do like a little competition before then to pick the artists,” he said.
Davido also disclosed plans to establish a recreational centre in the state, saying discussions were already ongoing to secure land for the project.
“Another project we are looking at is creating a recreational center. I think after the inauguration in December, we will have it in Osun,” he said.
According to him, the proposed centre would provide opportunities for young people and attract thousands of youths every month, helping to keep them productively engaged.
“That kind of situation can attract thousands of youth every month, taking them off the streets. That’s one of my plans definitely,” he added.
The musician also commended youths in Osun State for their role in the electoral process, saying they had restored hope and confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“Shout out to Osun youths. You guys did really give hope to the people in Osun; you guys gave hope to the whole Nigeria,” he said.
Davido urged young people to embrace peace and unity, particularly those involved in electoral violence.
He said some of those involved in violence might not have been indigenes of the state, and called on the people to forgive one another in the interest of peace.
“We need to embrace unity as the governor said, and we must forgive one another for the interest of peace, although that may be hard, we just need to dig deep to forgive,” he said.
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