Davido’s name is once again dominating conversations online, but this time the discussion is not about a new song or a sold-out concert. The Afrobeats superstar has been caught up in political speculation following his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke’s, declaration of support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. As reactions continued to pour in, Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW, stepped forward to address rumours that the singer was secretly working with the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general election.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Israel dismissed the claims as fabricated stories designed to attract social media traffic. He also claimed that Davido had rejected millions of dollars in offers to endorse presidential candidates, insisting that the singer remained committed to standing with Nigerians. The controversy has reignited debate about whether a celebrity’s political views should be judged by the decisions of family members. While some critics believe Davido must clarify his position publicly, his supporters argue that his uncle’s political choices should not automatically be attributed to him. For an artiste whose influence stretches far beyond music, the issue highlights the complicated relationship between celebrity, family and politics in Nigeria. With the 2027 election approaching, every public statement from major entertainers is likely to attract attention. Whether Israel’s response will finally quiet the rumours or trigger another round of online arguments remains to be seen.
