(Video) Davido’s Emotional Journey from Campaign Trail to Uncle Adeleke’s Victory
For Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, the 2026 Osun State governorship election was more than a political contest—it was a deeply personal battle involving his family, his home state and his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke.
From the early stages of the campaign, Davido threw his weight behind his uncle, using his enormous influence and public platform to rally support for the incumbent governor. He actively mobilised supporters, attended campaign activities and repeatedly urged the people of Osun State to stand behind the Adeleke political movement.
As the election drew closer, the singer’s involvement became increasingly visible. Davido did not merely watch from the sidelines; he became one of the most recognisable faces associated with the campaign, turning his celebrity influence into a strong show of family and political support.
Then came election day.
As voting ended and results began to emerge, the atmosphere became tense for supporters of the governor. For Davido, the waiting period was particularly emotional. The campaign, the mobilisation and the countless hours spent backing his uncle had all led to this defining moment.
On Sunday, August 16, 2026, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) finally announced Ademola Adeleke, popularly known as “Imole,” as the winner of the Osun State governorship election.
The declaration triggered an extraordinary emotional response from Davido.
In a video that quickly went viral, the singer appeared overwhelmed by the result. Unable to contain his excitement, he fell backwards in celebration.
The moment captured the enormous personal significance of the victory for Davido. What began months earlier as campaign mobilisation had culminated in the official declaration of his uncle as the winner.
Davido later shared the emotional footage on his X account with the caption:
“WE DID IT UNC !!! @aadeleke_01”
The post immediately attracted widespread attention, with fans and political observers reacting to the singer’s raw display of emotion.
For Davido, however, the moment appeared to represent far more than a political victory. It was the culmination of a family-backed campaign in which he had publicly invested his voice, influence and energy.
As celebrations erupted across Osun State, Davido’s emotional reaction became one of the most memorable images from the election night—a powerful reminder that behind the political headlines was a nephew watching his uncle achieve victory after a fiercely contested race.
