Osun: Between Davido’s Threat and Tinubu’s Assurance of Credible Poll
Chris Akinfosile writes on the need for President Bola Tinubu to ensure that the choice of the electorate is not tampered with as voters go to the poll on Saturday,
Osun state is on the brink of a gubernatorial election on August 15, 2026, and President Bola Tinubu faces the pressure to ensure a credible poll. The stakes are high, with international pop star Davido threatening to report any attempt to tamper with the election results to U.S. President Donald Trump. Davido, a citizen of the United States and nephew of Osun State Governor, has vowed to personally intervene if he witnesses any fraudulent activities.
This comes as no surprise, as President Trump has recently been investigating transnational corruption and security failures linked to Nigerian officials. If Davido's intervention leads to sanctions against Nigeria, the country would face severe economic consequences, including forex crises and soaring inflation. With current challenges like economic turmoil and security threats, Nigeria cannot afford a repeat of the Nigerian Civil War, which was fueled by electoral fraud and political violence.
The election in Osun is already volatile, with political rallies turning violent and non-state actors stirring unrest. Tinubu must now decide whether his party's ambitions are worth risking national stability and economic well-being.
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