The Presidency has criticised the political interventions of Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, during the recently concluded Osun State governorship election.
According to the Presidency, the singer would not have been able to make similar posts against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other political figures without facing arrest in countries such as Rwanda or Ethiopia.
The comments form part of a wider political debate over the role of celebrities and public figures in Nigeria’s electoral process.
Davido, who has previously expressed political opinions publicly, became particularly vocal during the Osun governorship election, with his posts attracting significant attention online.
The Presidency’s remarks underline the contrasting approaches to political expression across different countries, while also raising questions about the boundaries between freedom of expression and political conduct.
The comments come against the backdrop of heightened political tensions surrounding the Osun election and the growing mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Davido’s political interventions have repeatedly generated debate because of his large following and influence, particularly among young Nigerians.
The Presidency’s statement, however, should be understood as a political comparison rather than evidence that Davido committed an offence in Nigeria.