The Osun State governorship election has taken a dramatic turn, with Afrobeats superstar Davido leveling a serious accusation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement released on his verified X account on Saturday, the singer alleged that Akpabio directly ordered officials at the collation centre to stop the vote counting process.
The accusation comes as results from polling units across the state are being tallied, with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) having already uploaded over 80 percent of the results to its Results Viewing Portal (IReV). The upload progress signals a relatively smooth election day, but Davido’s claim has now cast a shadow over the proceedings.
“Senate President Akpabio has called the Collation Centre that they should stop collation,” Davido tweeted, without providing further details or evidence to back up his statement. The tweet has since sparked widespread reactions online, with many calling for transparency and a swift resolution.
Notably, Davido’s uncle, the incumbent governor Ademola Adeleke, has so far emerged victorious in a number of polling units, according to early tallies. The family connection adds a personal layer to the superstar’s intervention, though his influence and outspoken nature on political matters are well-documented.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on INEC and the collation process, with stakeholders urging calm and adherence to electoral laws. Neither Akpabio’s office nor INEC has yet issued an official response to the allegation.
