Nigerian music star Davido has issued a public appeal to US President Donald Trump, drawing international attention to the situation in Osun State as the governorship election approaches.
In a post made online via his official X (formerly Twitter) account , the Afrobeats superstar expressed growing concerns about tension and the possibility of violence, intimidation, or disruption of the democratic process in the state.
“President Donald Trump, I am calling your attention to the situation in Osun State, Nigeria, as we approach the election. There are growing concerns about tension and the possibility of violence, intimidation, or disruption of the democratic process. Osun people deserve to exercise their constitutional right to vote freely, peacefully, and without fear,” Davido wrote.
He further appealed to the United States and the international community to closely monitor the election and encourage relevant authorities to ensure that every voter is protected and every vote is respected.
“We do not want bloodshed. We do not want intimidation. We want peace, transparency, and a free and fair election,” he added, tagging President Trump’s official account.
A CALL FOR ATTENTION TO PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP
President Donald Trump, I am calling your attention to the situation in Osun State, Nigeria, as we approach the election.
There are growing concerns about tension and the possibility of violence, intimidation, or disruption of the…
— Davido (@davido) August 11, 2026
Davido’s intervention comes amid heightened political activities and reported tensions in Osun State ahead of the polls. His call has generated significant reactions online, with many Nigerians supporting the appeal for peaceful elections while others debated the involvement of foreign leaders in local matters.
The message underscores ongoing concerns about the security and integrity of the electoral process in the state.
