Ex-Nigerian senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has predicted a bright political future for popular Afrobeats singer, Davido. He recently suggested that David Adeleke could become the Governor of Osun State someday.
Speaking via a viral video message, Ben revealed that he is basing his prediction on Davido’s family background and how it points to the incredible political success of the singer’s uncles.
According to him, the Adeleke family’s political legacy, combined with David’s massive popularity and influence as a musician, could definitely guarantee him a key political role in the near future.
“David Adeleke, the global phenomenon better known as Davido, is undeniably an international artist and a true Nigerian superstar. He stands as one of Nigeria’s most valuable cultural exports. However, beneath the surface of this music icon lies a side that many may not be aware of.
He is, by his own admission, a political animal with deeply held views and a clear-cut political ideology. This revelation, which came to light through a personal discussion, perhaps, shouldn’t be entirely surprising when you consider the DNA of the Adeleke family. His uncle, Senator Ademola Adeleke, is the Governor of Osun State. Furthermore, his uncle, Isiaka Adeleke, also served as a former Governor of Osun State during Ibrahim Babangida’s military administration,” he said.
Emphasising that entertainers are more than capable of reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape, Ben Murray Bruce maintained that their unique ability to connect with a broad and youthful audience is already a good step to political success.
The owner of SilverBird Television concluded by saying that as long as the artist’s political inclinations are nurtured and strategically channelled, Davido can surely win important elections in Nigeria.
“Considering all of these, the thought that Davido himself could one day aspire to become the Governor of Osun State seems more like a potential trajectory, especially if his political inclinations are nurtured and strategically channelled. Here in Nigeria, there is a growing sentiment that more entertainers should consider seeking political positions. Their ability to connect with the different demographics could inject fresh perspectives and dynamism into the political landscape. Davido, if you run, I predict you will win,” he added.
