Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been urged to apologise to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo following a social media exchange between the two public figures.
The controversy began after Okpebholo criticised Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, commenting on his dancing and leadership style.
Davido, who is known to have a close relationship with the Osun governor, responded by sharing what appeared to be Okpebholo's WAEC result on social media.
The post has since generated reactions, with lawyer Timothy Tugbiyele arguing that Davido should have avoided making the political disagreement personal.
Tugbiyele described the response as disrespectful and appealed to the singer to show humility by apologising to the Edo governor.
The lawyer said political disagreements should not descend into personal attacks, particularly between influential public figures with large followings.
He maintained that responding to criticism with an alleged personal record could escalate tensions rather than contribute to meaningful political debate.
Tugbiyele therefore called on Davido to withdraw the post and apologise to Okpebholo.
The controversy has added an entertainment dimension to the ongoing political exchanges surrounding the 2026 Osun governorship election.
Davido's involvement attracted considerable attention because of his public support for Governor Adeleke, who is seeking another term in office.
Okpebholo's criticism of the Osun governor consequently triggered a response from the musician, turning what began as a political disagreement into a widely discussed social media confrontation.
The lawyer, however, argued that public figures should exercise restraint even when responding to provocative remarks.
He said disagreements over governance and political performance should be addressed through issues and evidence rather than personal attacks.
The incident has also renewed discussions about the influence of celebrities in Nigerian politics and the extent to which entertainers should engage directly in political disputes.
Davido has previously been vocal about political issues and participated actively in public conversations surrounding Nigeria's elections.
His large social media following means that statements or posts from the singer can quickly generate widespread reactions.
For Okpebholo, the controversy has placed an alleged academic record at the centre of a public discussion that began with his comments about another governor.
However, the document shared by Davido should not be treated as independently verified solely because it appeared on social media.
The latest development therefore remains primarily a dispute over the conduct of the two public figures, with the lawyer calling for de-escalation and an apology.
As political campaigns intensify ahead of the Osun election, the incident highlights how quickly political disagreements can spread beyond traditional political circles and involve celebrities and their online audiences.
Tugbiyele's appeal is ultimately for the disagreement to be brought back to issues of governance rather than personal exchanges.
For now, attention remains focused on whether Davido will respond to the call for an apology and whether the controversy will generate further reactions from either side.