Afrobeats superstar Davido has publicly criticised Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, amid rising political tension ahead of the 2026 Osun State governorship election.
The singer made the remarks in the early hours of Tuesday through a post on X (formerly Twitter), where he accused the former Osun governor of pursuing an alleged political plan he described as “embarrassing”.
In the strongly worded post, Davido referred to Oyetola as “the most desperate politician in the world” while insisting that the alleged strategy would not succeed.
“The most desperate politician in the world is @GboyegaOyetola very embarrassing. Oyetola your plan no go work,” the singer wrote.
Although Davido did not explain the exact plan he was referring to, his comments have generated widespread reactions online, especially within Osun State’s political circles.
The statement comes amid increasing political activities and tension ahead of the Osun governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026.
The election is expected to be highly competitive, with political stakeholders intensifying campaigns and strategic alliances in preparation for the polls.
Davido’s involvement in Osun politics is not entirely surprising, given his close family ties to the state’s current governor, Ademola Adeleke.
Governor Adeleke, popularly known as the “Dancing Governor”, is Davido’s uncle and remains one of the most prominent political figures in the state.
In recent years, the singer has consistently shown support for his uncle’s political ambitions, frequently participating in campaign activities and publicly defending his administration.
Earlier this month, reports emerged that Davido announced a temporary pause in his music career to focus on political campaigning for Governor Adeleke’s re-election bid.
According to the reports, the singer said he would dedicate about two months to actively supporting his uncle ahead of the election.
Davido’s latest comments against Oyetola have therefore been interpreted by many observers as part of the broader political rivalry between supporters of Governor Adeleke and the opposition camp ahead of the upcoming election.
Oyetola, who previously served as governor of Osun State before losing to Adeleke in the 2022 election, remains an influential figure in the state’s political landscape.
He currently serves as a minister under President Bola Tinubu’s administration and is believed to still maintain strong political structures in Osun.
Social media reactions to Davido’s post have been mixed, with supporters of both political camps engaging in heated exchanges online.
Some users praised the singer for openly defending his family and political interests, while others criticised celebrities becoming heavily involved in political confrontations.
The incident further highlights the growing intersection between entertainment and politics in Nigeria, where musicians, actors, and influencers increasingly use their platforms to shape political conversations and mobilise public support.
Davido, in particular, has become one of the most politically vocal entertainers in the country, often expressing strong opinions on governance and elections.
Over the years, the singer has used his massive social media following to campaign for candidates, react to political developments, and encourage youth participation in elections.
His latest remarks are likely to intensify political conversations in Osun State as the governorship race approaches.
As of the time of reporting, Oyetola had not publicly responded to Davido’s accusations or comments on social media.
Political observers expect the campaign atmosphere in Osun to become even more heated in the coming months as major political figures and their supporters continue to position themselves ahead of the crucial election.
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