Asowore's Allegation Against Davido's Father
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunji Asowore, has alleged that the father of popular singer Davido, Chief Deji Adeleke, controls the affairs of the state, contrary to the position of Governor Ademola Adeleke.
Asowore made the claim while addressing journalists in Osogbo, the state capital, on Wednesday. He asserted that Chief Deji Adeleke, who is the founder of Adeleke University, has more influence over the state's administration than the governor himself.
Details of the Claim
The APC chieftain, who is also a former governorship aspirant in the state, alleged that the governor is being controlled by his brother, Chief Deji Adeleke, adding that the latter has been making decisions on behalf of the state government without due process.
According to Asowore, "The governor is not in control of the state; it is his brother, Chief Deji Adeleke, who is controlling the state. He is the one making decisions for the state, and the governor is just a figurehead."
He further claimed that the situation has led to a lack of development in the state, as the governor is not taking full responsibility for his actions.
Impact and Reactions
The allegation has sparked reactions from various quarters, with some residents of the state calling for a clarification from the governor's office. However, the state government has yet to respond to the claims as of the time of filing this report.
The claim is expected to further deepen the political tension in the state, which has been a battleground for the APC and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in recent years. Governor Adeleke, a member of the PDP, has been in office since November 2022.
Asowore, who is known for his outspokenness, had previously made similar allegations against the state government, but this is the first time he has specifically accused Chief Deji Adeleke of controlling the state.
The development comes amid ongoing political maneuvering ahead of the next governorship election in the state, scheduled for 2026. Political analysts believe that such allegations could affect the credibility of the governor and his administration.
Meanwhile, supporters of Governor Adeleke have dismissed the claim, describing it as baseless and a ploy by the APC to distract the government from its developmental strides. They insisted that the governor is independent and has been working tirelessly to improve the lives of the people of Osun State.
As of now, no official response has been issued by Chief Deji Adeleke or his representatives regarding the allegation. The matter is expected to be a subject of discussion in the coming days as political stakeholders in the state weigh in on the issue.
