Days ago, Davido took to social media, visibly upset. Reports of violence in Osun State had flooded in, and he didn’t hold back. In his post, he accused the Osun State Commissioner of Police of failing to do his job. To him, the police were not doing enough to stop the bloodshed. The streets were tense, lives were lost, and Davido’s anger was clear.
But now, things have changed.
After taking a closer look at the situation, the singer has softened his stance. He now recognizes the efforts of the police commissioner and other security forces in trying to control the unrest.
“I spoke too soon,” Davido admitted. He explained that his earlier comments came from a place of deep frustration and grief over the senseless killings. Seeing innocent people lose their lives had pushed him to react emotionally. But now, after speaking with those on the ground and understanding what was happening behind the scenes, he sees things differently.
In a surprising turn, Davido praised the commissioner of police, saying he has been working hard to restore peace. He acknowledged that keeping law and order in times of crisis is no easy task, and for that, the commissioner deserved credit.
Still, Davido didn’t stop there. While he now supports the police’s efforts, he made it clear that more work needs to be done. With local government elections just around the corner on February 22, 2025, he called on security forces to step up their game. The upcoming elections must be peaceful, he stressed. There is no room for further violence, and the police must ensure that everyone—voters, candidates, and ordinary citizens—stays safe.
His change of tone has sparked mixed reactions. Some people appreciate his willingness to correct himself. Others still hold onto his initial criticism, saying he wasn’t wrong to call out the police in the first place. Either way, his words have once again put the spotlight on the security situation in Osun State.
For now, attention shifts to how well security agencies handle the February elections. Will they rise to the occasion? Will peace truly return to Osun State? Davido may have changed his words, but the real test is still ahead.
