Davido Suspends Music Activities to Mobilise Votes for Adeleke’s Re-election

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has announced a temporary suspension of his music activities for two months to support the re-election campaign of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke ahead of the August 15 governorship election in the state.

Davido made the declaration on Tuesday in Ede during the inauguration of the Imole Youth Campaign Mobilisation Team, where he said his decision was driven by both family ties and what he described as confidence in the governor’s performance in office. He noted that the administration still has ongoing projects and responsibilities that require continuity.

He explained that his involvement in the campaign goes beyond familial relationship, stressing that it is also motivated by his belief in the governor’s leadership and developmental efforts across Osun State.

Davido said his goal is to mobilise strong grassroots support for the re-election bid using youth engagement, community outreach, and influence across different parts of the state. He added that the youth structure would play a central role in reaching voters at the grassroots.

He urged members of the campaign team to intensify door-to-door mobilisation across all local government areas in Osun State, encouraging them to directly engage residents and communicate the achievements of the Adeleke administration.

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According to him, the campaign should also focus on presenting the government’s future plans in a clear and relatable manner, particularly to young people and rural communities.

Davido further stressed the importance of unity within the campaign structure, noting that effective coordination among youth leaders would be key to achieving electoral success.

The Imole Campaign Council Youth Committee, which he chairs, includes Adeshina Kayode Olododo as Vice Chairman and Hon. Gbenga Idowu as Secretary.

The committee also features federal constituency coordinators representing Osogbo, Ife, Ijesha South, Ijesha North, Ila, Ifelodun, Ede/Ejigbo, Irewole, and Iwo constituencies, tasked with overseeing mobilisation efforts across the state.

According to the campaign structure, the committee is responsible for driving youth engagement and grassroots mobilisation across all 30 local government areas of Osun State.

The development highlights the growing role of celebrity involvement in Nigerian politics, particularly in state elections where public figures are often used to boost voter outreach and political visibility.

Governor Adeleke, who assumed office after the 2022 Osun governorship election, is seeking re-election amid rising political competition ahead of the August poll.

Davido’s temporary withdrawal from music is widely viewed as a strategic boost for the campaign, given his strong influence among young voters and his large social media following.

Davido Suspends Music Activities to Mobilise Votes for Adeleke’s Re-election

Melaye: Obi Can’t Handle Nigeria If He Can’t Face Party Crises

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dino Melaye, has criticised Peter Obi over what he described as frequent party switching, arguing that it raises questions about his ability to handle Nigeria’s challenges if elected president.

Melaye made the remarks in a post on X on Wednesday, days after Obi reportedly exited the ADC for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). He said Obi’s repeated movement between political platforms suggests a tendency to avoid internal party crises rather than confront and resolve them.

According to him, a leader who cannot endure political pressure within party structures may struggle to manage the complexities of governing a country like Nigeria, which he described as far more demanding than internal party disputes.

Melaye also alleged that the NDC is being used as a political tool by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to weaken and divide opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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He further claimed that Obi has not consistently participated in competitive party primaries, arguing that his political career has largely benefited from consensus arrangements or party selections rather than internal contests.

In his social media post, Melaye stated that Obi “excused himself from tough situation,” adding that his inability to remain within turbulent party environments raises concerns about how he would handle national governance challenges.

He also used a metaphor comparing governance to a “hot kitchen,” suggesting that Obi prefers less demanding political environments and may struggle under intense pressure.

The comments come amid ongoing political realignments within Nigeria’s opposition landscape, where debates over coalitions, defections, and emerging parties have intensified ahead of the 2027 elections.

Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi has not publicly responded to Melaye’s remarks as discussions within opposition circles continue to grow.

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Shekarau’s Possible Return Sparks Tension in Kano APC Senatorial Race

Panic is reportedly mounting within the camp of All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial aspirant for Kano Central, Abdulsalam Abdulkarim Zaura, amid growing indications that former Kano State Governor Ibrahim Shekarau may enter the race for the 2027 Senate election.

Political sources say Zaura, who hails from Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State, had been confident of securing the APC senatorial ticket until recent developments suggested renewed political mobilisation around Shekarau’s possible return to active electoral politics.

Party insiders claim Shekarau’s re-entry into the APC has altered early political calculations in Kano Central, especially as stakeholders debate how best to counter the influence of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in the district.

Some political observers argue that only a figure of Shekarau’s stature could effectively challenge Kwankwaso’s dominance in Kano Central, warning that fielding Zaura alone could present a difficult electoral challenge for the APC.

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Meanwhile, youth groups sympathetic to Zaura have publicly appealed to Shekarau not to join the senatorial race, insisting that such a move could undermine Zaura’s longstanding loyalty and commitment to the party.

The youths, led by Inyass Mohammed Auwal, also criticised any suggestion of automatically handing the APC ticket to Shekarau, describing it as unfair to dedicated party members who have worked for the party over time.

Speaking at a press briefing in Kano, they argued that loyalty and sacrifice should be rewarded within the party structure, warning that sidelining long-serving members could create internal dissatisfaction ahead of the elections.

They further maintained that consistency should be a key factor in candidate selection, stressing that replacing a committed aspirant with a returning heavyweight could send the wrong signal to party loyalists.

Although Shekarau has not officially declared his intention to contest, his spokesperson, Sule Yau Sule, confirmed that the former governor is being encouraged by supporters to consider joining the race.

Political analysts say the development has intensified behind-the-scenes manoeuvring within the APC in Kano State, as aspirants and stakeholders reposition themselves ahead of party primaries for the 2027 elections.

The situation highlights growing internal competition within Kano Central politics, where negotiations, endorsements, and alliance-building are already shaping the early phase of the senatorial race.

As consultations continue, the APC is expected to face increasing pressure in balancing loyalty, political influence, and electoral strength in determining its eventual candidate for the highly competitive senatorial district.

Shekarau’s Possible Return Sparks Tension in Kano APC Senatorial Race