LAGOS, NIGERIA — In a move that has set Nigeria’s political and entertainment spheres abuzz, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, accompanied by his brother, Chief Adedeji Adeleke, and nephew, Afrobeat sensation Davido, paid a visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Tuesday evening.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
High-Profile Visit: Governor Adeleke, a member of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP), met with President Tinubu amidst speculations of potential political realignments in Osun State.
Family Ties: The governor was accompanied by his elder brother, Chief Adedeji Adeleke, a renowned businessman, and his son, Davido, an internationally acclaimed Afrobeat artist.
Political Implications: The visit comes amid two significant political crises in Osun State: rumors of Governor Adeleke’s possible defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and disputes over local government allocations following a Supreme Court judgment.
Social Media Buzz: The presence of Davido at the meeting has sparked widespread discussions on social media, with many interpreting it as a symbolic gesture of unity and generational bridging.
📰 The Visit in Detail:
President Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, confirmed the meeting via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, stating, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu receives in audience, H.E. Ademola Adeleke, the Executive Governor of Osun State, and Chief Adedeji Adeleke at his residence in Lagos.”
While the specifics of the closed-door meeting remain undisclosed, insiders describe the encounter as cordial, reflecting President Tinubu’s ongoing efforts to engage with leaders across party lines.
Governor Adeleke’s visit is particularly noteworthy given his recent commendations of President Tinubu’s governance style, emphasizing national unity over partisanship.
This evening, alongside the scion of the Adeleke dynasty, my big brother, Dr. Deji Adeleke and my nephew, whom we are immensely proud of, David Adeleke, popularly known as @davido we paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his Lagos residence ahead of the Sallah… pic.twitter.com/tNMamL5ATj
— Gov Ademola Adeleke (@AAdeleke_01) June 3, 2025
🗣️ Top Reactions on X (Twitter):
@NaijaObserver: “Davido meeting Tinubu? Politics and entertainment intertwining in unexpected ways!”
@OsunInsider: “Governor Adeleke’s visit to Tinubu amidst defection rumors is raising eyebrows. What’s cooking?”
@AfrobeatsFan: “Davido at the presidential residence? This is more than just a family visit.”
@PoliticalAnalystNG: “The lines between PDP and APC are blurring. Adeleke’s move is strategic.”
@YouthVoiceNG: “Seeing Davido involved in political discussions gives hope for youth engagement in governance.”
The Adeleke family’s visit to President Tinubu underscores the fluid dynamics of Nigerian politics, where alliances are continually evolving. As Osun State navigates its political challenges, such high-profile engagements hint at possible shifts in the political landscape.
Source: Legit.ng
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