The appeal comes as preparations for the Osun governorship election enter a critical phase, with political parties, security agencies, election officials and other stakeholders stepping up activities ahead of the poll.

Nigerian music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has called on United States President Donald Trump and the international community to pay close attention to the forthcoming Osun State governorship election amid growing concerns over possible violence, intimidation and disruption of the democratic process.

Adeleke made the appeal in a statement addressed directly to President Trump as political activities intensify ahead of the election.

In the statement, the music star urged the United States and other members of the international community to monitor developments surrounding the election and encourage Nigerian authorities to protect voters and ensure that the outcome of the poll reflects the wishes of the electorate.

“President Donald Trump, I am calling your attention to the situation in Osun State, Nigeria, as we approach the election.”