Ahead of the August 2026 gubernatorial election in Osun State, Nigerian Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been appointed Head of Youth Mobilisation for the Accord Party’s Campaign Council.

The Grammy-nominated singer made this announcement on his official X account on Tuesday, April 21.

According to Davido, he was appointed by his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking re-election on the platform of the Accord Party banner.

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He wrote, “I have been appointed by the Governor of Osun State @AAdeleke_01 and flag bearer of the Accord Party 01 as head youth mobilisation of the campaign council! We look forward to a smooth campaign and your re-election, Your Excellency! 4+4.”

New Telegraph had earlier reported that the Accord Party cleared Adeleke as its flag-bearer for the Osun state gubernatorial elections.

Davido’s appointment is a strategic move aimed at galvanising young voters ahead of the August 2026 gubernatorial election.

Davido, who formally joined the Accord Party in December 2025 and collected his membership card in Osogbo, brings significant star power and a massive youth following to the campaign.

His role is expected to boost grassroots mobilisation, particularly among younger voters, by leveraging his influence as one of Africa’s biggest music exports.