‘I defeated 17 governors with my phone’ - Davido speaks on Osun election, Tinubu, Akpabio, Okpebholo
Afrobeats star Davido reflected on his uncle Ademola Adeleke's re-election as Osun State governor, claiming he defeated 17 APC governors with just his phone. He also discussed his reluctance to get involved in presidential politics, stating he has no presidential candidate and won't support Tinubu, despite his uncle's endorsement.
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This article highlights the significant influence of celebrities in Nigerian politics and public discourse, particularly regarding elections. It also provides insight into the complex political landscape and personal stances of influential figures.
Afrobeats star David “Davido” Adeleke has reflected on his uncle, Ademola Adeleke’s re-election as Osun State governor, claiming that he took on 17 All Progressives Congress (APC) governors with just his mobile phone.
The “Unavailable” hitmaker, who played a key role in Adeleke’s re-emergence as governor, also spoke about President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, among others, during an interview with News Central TV on Tuesday.
The singer said: “I defeated 17 governors with all their power, with all their immunity, with all their aides, with all their escort commanders, with all their DSS, with all their billions. I defeated them with my phone, but, to me, it’s just like the political scene in Nigeria right now. It’s not like there have been celebrities who have become presidents, even Volodymyr Zelenskyy from Ukraine, who was an actor and comedian.
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