Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has said he would be difficult to defeat in a free and fair election if he decides to contest for political office in Nigeria.
The music star, however, stated that he currently has no plans to go into politics, citing concerns over transparency in the country’s electoral process.
Davido made the comments during a recent livestream with content creator Carter Efe, where he discussed the possibility of seeking public office.
When asked if he would like to govern a state, the singer said he would rather focus on his music career until Nigeria’s elections become more credible.
“Nigeria wey dem dey write result? I no get time for all those ones. Because I no be all those ones wey you go cheat me, I go go sleep for house. I will do something to you if you cheat me,” Davido said.
He added that he would only consider contesting for political office if there is greater transparency in the electoral system.
“Let me just focus on my music until there is transparency then I can go ahead and contest for elective positions. Nobody can beat me in any election, never! In a free and fair election, I can win presidential election in Nigeria,” he said.
Davido also criticised what he described as challenges within Nigeria’s electoral system, alleging that election results are sometimes manipulated.
“But because of the system, there is no transparency, they write results,” he stated.
The singer further said he would be watching the outcome of the forthcoming Osun governorship election closely.
“I waiting to see what they will do in the upcoming Osun gubernatorial election. We are wailing,” he added.
Davido, who is known for his influence in Nigerian entertainment and youth culture, has previously expressed interest in national issues but has not announced any plans to join active politics.
