Nigerian music icon David Adeleke, globally known as Davido, has broken his silence following a major political earthquake involving his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. The governor's dramatic resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has sent shockwaves through the state's political landscape, casting significant uncertainty over the 2026 governorship race.
A Cryptic One-Word Response from a Superstar
Shortly after news of his uncle's party exit became public, Davido took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account to post a succinct, yet loaded, reaction. The singer simply wrote: "Jeje…" This Yoruba term, which can translate to "gently," "slowly," or "with caution," has sparked widespread interpretation and discussion among fans and political observers alike. The post came hours after Governor Adeleke's formal resignation letter, dated November 4, 2025, was made public by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Monday night.
The Governor's Exit and Its Immediate Fallout
In the resignation letter addressed to the PDP Ward 2 Chairman in Ede North, Governor Adeleke pointed to deep-seated, unresolved disputes at the national level of the party as the core reason for his departure. He expressed gratitude for the PDP's support during his political journey from senator to governor but stated that the persistent internal crises made it impossible for him to continue as a member.
This move has plunged the Osun State chapter of the PDP into deeper confusion, as it was already grappling with internal disagreements over its governorship primary for the 2026 election. The state party had previously announced a postponement of the primary, a decision that clashed with the directive from the party's National Working Committee, which insisted the process should go ahead.
2026 Ambitions and a Potential New Platform
Complicating matters further is the fact that Ademola Adeleke was the sole aspirant who purchased the nomination form for the PDP's governorship ticket. His exit now raises critical questions about how the party will conduct its primary. Meanwhile, strong political signals suggest the governor is not bowing out of the race. There is increasing speculation that he may seek a second term under a different political banner.
Reports indicate that the Accord Party is a likely destination, with several of Adeleke's aides having already decamped to the party and assumed key positions. Earlier rumors had suggested a move to the All Progressives Congress (APC), but those plans were reportedly rebuffed by leaders within the APC.
Public and Netizen Reactions Pour In
The development has ignited a firestorm of reactions online, extending beyond Davido's cryptic comment. Many social media users have used the moment to critique Nigeria's political constitution regarding party defection.
One X user, @Iamfredison, argued: "I think there should be a provision in the constitution stating that if you win an election with party A... you decamp to party B, then by all means, you must resign your position..."
Another user, @Atams_AT, echoed this sentiment, stating it was an injustice for citizens to vote for a party, only for the candidate to switch platforms at will. Others, like @_ugomsinachi, directed messages at Davido, humorously suggesting he add an "Osun tour" to his calendar to help drum up support for his uncle's potential new political venture, noting the challenge of building a new party's profile.
The political maneuver also prompted questions about influence and governance. User @DrDominic05 questioned the direct impact Davido has had on governance in Osun State, expressing a desire to have seen more visible improvements given the singer's close ties to power.
This family-linked political drama continues to unfold, with Governor Adeleke's next move being closely watched as the countdown to the 2026 Osun State governorship election begins under a cloud of unprecedented uncertainty.
