Davido and Oyetola camps trade insults amid Osun 2026 election tensions

Political tensions in Osun State have escalated following a public social media attack by music star Davido against Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola, prompting a sharp response from the minister's camp. The exchange highlights the intensifying rivalry ahead of the state's 2026 gubernatorial election.

On Tuesday, Davido, whose uncle is incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke, used his verified X account to criticize Oyetola, a former governor of the state. He described Oyetola as "the most desperate politician in the world" and wrote, "Oyetola, your plan no go work." The singer did not specify the nature of the alleged plan, but the post was widely interpreted as connected to Oyetola's anticipated bid to reclaim the governorship in 2026, having lost the position to Adeleke in the 2022 election.

The minister's Special Adviser, Bolaji Akinola, issued a statement in response later that same day. He criticized Davido's comments as disrespectful and accused the singer of undermining Yoruba cultural values that emphasize respect for elders. Akinola defended Oyetola's record in office, contrasting what he called tangible achievements with a reliance on "social media...