Afrobeats superstar Davido has raised an alarm over alleged plans by soldiers to prevent him from entering Osun State for the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026. In a post on X early Saturday morning, the singer expressed his frustration, warning that any attempt to restrict his movement would not be tolerated.
"I've been reliably informed that Soldiers are trying to prevent me from entering Osun tomorrow, this won't happen, every citizen of Nigeria has the right to movement at any point of time," Davido wrote. The singer had traveled abroad on Friday, August 14, to perform at a music concert and was expected to return to Osun for the governorship poll.
Security Clampdown and Movement Restrictions
Davido's post came amid a broader security clampdown in the state. Legit.ng reported that the police announced a restriction on movement across the state from midnight on Friday, August 14, 2026, to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026, as part of measures to ensure a peaceful and orderly election. The Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja, Anietie Iniedu, disclosed this in a statement on Friday ahead of the poll.
The police said only security agencies recognised and established under the Constitution and laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria are authorised to perform security and law-enforcement duties in connection with the election. This restriction is intended to prevent any disruption during the voting process.
Davido Calls Out APC Over Osun Election
Legit.ng earlier reported that Davido weighed in on the political developments in Osun State, where his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, is seeking a second term as governor. On Thursday, August 13, 2026, the singer took to X to allege that the All Progressives Congress (APC) brought a fake national chairman to Osun State ahead of the election.
Davido's latest update has sparked mixed reactions as Osun residents prepare to head to the polls. The governorship election is a closely watched contest, with the incumbent governor seeking re-election against challengers from the APC and other parties. The police have urged all citizens to comply with the movement restrictions to ensure a peaceful exercise.
The outcome of the election will determine the political direction of Osun State for the next four years, and Davido's concerns highlight the tensions surrounding the poll. As of now, it remains unclear whether the soldiers' alleged plan will be carried out, but the singer has vowed to exercise his right to movement as a Nigerian citizen.
