Davido Faults Kwara Governor Over Claims of Federal Access, Cites Growing Insecurity

Afrobeats musician David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has criticized Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq over recent statements regarding political access to the presidency, arguing that proximity to federal power has failed to yield tangible security benefits for state residents.

The disagreement unfolded following remarks made by Governor AbdulRazaq during an All Progressives Congress (APC) rally ahead of the upcoming Osun State governorship election. Addressing voters, the governor highlighted the strategic importance of electing leadership capable of maintaining direct channels to the presidency to secure federal advantages for the state.

Responding to the statement, Davido questioned the practical value of such high-level political access, pointing to persistent security challenges in Kwara State as evidence that federal alignment does not automatically guarantee safety or effective governance.

The public exchange highlights intensifying political activity surrounding the Osun election, where security, governance, and federal-state relations have emerged as central campaign issues. Davido, whose family maintains significant political ties in Osun State, has remained vocal about the upcoming poll, previously advocating for strong international oversight to ensure a peaceful and transparent electoral process.