Senator Fadahunsi has broken his silence after music superstar Davido shared a video allegedly showing him threatening to kill members of the Accord party in Osun State, appearing on live television to deny the claims and label the footage an artificial intelligence fabrication.
Senator Fadahunsi Calls Clip a Fabrication
Appearing via video call on TVC News on 11 August 2026, the senator firmly rejected the allegations, declaring: "The 'Kill Accord' video posted by Davido is an AI video." He refused to accept any suggestion that the content reflected his actual words or intentions, dismissing the footage as a product of AI technology.
The viral clip, which spread rapidly online, purportedly showed the senator urging supporters to target Accord members. The footage drew widespread outrage, prompting Osun Governor Adeleke to escalate the matter by contacting the Inspector General of Police and publicly calling for Fadahunsi's arrest.
During the broadcast, the TVC News host pressed the senator on whether his choice of language had been insensitive, given the climate of political violence already associated with Osun State. A chyron on screen read "POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN OSUN STATE," underscoring the gravity of the situation as it unfolded in real time.
Davido's Role in Amplifying the Video
The involvement of Davido, one of Nigeria's most prominent music stars with tens of millions of followers, significantly accelerated the video's reach. The superstar's decision to share the footage brought it to an audience far beyond the usual political circles, ensuring the controversy could not be contained within Osun State alone.
Fadahunsi's team has yet to present technical evidence substantiating the AI claim, and the senator did not elaborate on who may have created or circulated the clip. The senator's rebuttal came as Governor Adeleke continued to ramp up pressure, with the governor's call for arrest adding a fresh legal dimension to what had already become a heated political dispute.
Davido Accused of Emotional Blackmail
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Afrobeats star Davido was accused of using emotional manipulation to sway voters ahead of the 2026 Osun State governorship election. On August 10, 2026, X user Senior Pst Okezie James Atañi criticised Davido's post urging residents to reject the APC, calling it "emotional blackmail" and highlighting the Adeleke family's deep political ties.
The viral infographic underscored the family's influence in Osun politics as Governor Ademola Adeleke, Davido's uncle, sought re-election under the Accord Party against APC challenger Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji. The controversy continues to unfold as the senator faces potential legal consequences and public scrutiny over the AI video claim.
