Davido was target of attack on Osun gov, Adeleke’s convoy –Police

The police have disclosed that Nigerian musician Davido was the intended victim of an attack on the convoy of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. The incident occurred on Wednesday when the governor's convoy visited the Ataoja of Osogbo's palace. The governor's security team engaged the unidentified assailants in a shootout, causing residents to flee in fear. Davido, who was actively involved in the election, joined the governor at the INEC office for his Certificate of Return, and subsequently, the palace.

During the shootout, the governor's security team fired back, causing panic for over 15 minutes. Police Public Relations Officer Abiodun Ojelabi stated that preliminary investigations pointed to members of the Eye Confraternity, a notorious gang, targeting Davido. Adebayo Taoreed, also known as "Small Rugged," a convicted ex-thug and Eye Confraternity member, attempted to gain access but was thwarted by the governor's security team. This led to a confrontation that drew additional gang members to the area.

One man, Tajudeen Yusuf, 60, was killed during the gunfight. The assailants then fled the scene, only to shoot Yusuf again after leaving. Police immediately mobilized a patrol team to the scene and found Yusuf in a pool of blood. He was rushed to the University Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, but doctors pronounced him dead. The Command has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the incident and is working to identify and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

CP Samuel Etaifo, the Commissioner of Police (Election), Osun State Command, condemned the attack and assured the public that every effort would be made to bring the perpetrators to justice. The police urged anyone with information to come forward and maintain calm while awaiting further updates.