Ahead of the Saturday 21, governorship election in Edo state, the award-winning musician, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has thrown his weight behind Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the upcoming Edo governorship elections......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
Superstar on Sunday, September 15, on his Instagram stories, showed his support, posting a photo of Ighodalo with the caption: “The next governor of my mother’s homeland.”
Davido’s mother hails from Edo State, adding a personal touch to the endorsement that has stirred conversations among political observers and fans alike.
The endorsement came just days before the election and has sparked considerable discussion among political observers and fans.
The timing of Davido’s endorsement followed the recent visit of his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, to Benin City.
Governor Adeleke, part of a delegation of PDP governors, attended a major rally for Ighodalo, highlighting the increasing support for the PDP candidate from influential political figures across Nigeria.
Davido’s influence is expected to resonate strongly with younger, often disengaged voters, a demographic he has effectively mobilized in the past.
With millions of social media followers, his support could significantly impact the election narrative in a state where voter apathy has been a recurring issue.
Davido’s endorsement adds to a growing list of high-profile supporters for Dr. Ighodalo, including celebrities like Banky W and actress Adesua Etomi, actress Etinosa, Nollywood actor and producer Charles Onojie, as well as influential business figures such as Dr. Aloy Chife and former Nigerian Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar. Governors Liyel Imoke and Donald Duke of Cross River State have also expressed their backing, contributing to the momentum building behind Ighodalo’s campaign.