Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, globally known as Davido, has been named the Head of Youth Mobilisation for the re-election campaign of his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke.
The appointment comes as the Governor prepares to contest for a second term in the upcoming August 2026 governorship race.
Davido confirmed the new political role via his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, sharing his enthusiasm for the task ahead.
He wrote:“I have been appointed by the Governor of OSUN STATE @AAdeleke_01 and flag bearer of the ACCORD PARTY as HEAD YOUTH MOBILIZATION OF CAMPAIGN COUNCIL! We look forward to a smooth campaign and you RE-ELECTION Your Excellency! 4+4.”
The announcement follows a significant political shift, as Governor Adeleke is now seeking re-election under the banner of the Accord Party after defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in late 2025.
Political activities have ramped up significantly ahead of the August 8, 2026, polls, with Davido’s massive youth following expected to play a central role in the Governor’s grassroots strategy.
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Davido’s involvement in Osun State governance has become increasingly formal over the last year.
In October 2025, he was officially appointed as the Chairman of the Osun Sports Trust Fund, an initiative aimed at revitalizing sports infrastructure and attracting private investment to the state.
The Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Sports, Prince Kola Adewusi, noted at the time that the singer accepted the role “without hesitation,” leveraging his global reputation to benefit the state’s youth.
With his new campaign position, the singer continues a long-standing tradition of supporting his uncle’s political journey.
Observers believe that Davido’s influence will be a major asset in energizing younger voters, both at home and in the diaspora, as the Accord Party prepares for the 2026 battle for the Osun State Government House.
