Nigerian music icon, David Adeleke, better known as Davido, recently shared his reasons for supporting Kamala Harris during the U.S. presidential election.
In an interview on The Morning Hustle podcast, the award-winning artist revealed that his decision to vote for Harris was driven by his desire to see a historic moment unfold—specifically, the election of the first female president in his generation.
Davido expressed how significant such an achievement would have been, describing the potential of having a female president as a groundbreaking milestone in American politics. For him, it was a chance to witness a moment that would make history, something he would have cherished in his lifetime. Despite his personal support for Harris, the Nigerian superstar emphasized his respect for the U.S. democratic process and his recognition of the importance of supporting the elected leader, regardless of personal political inclinations.
“I congratulated Donald Trump. That’s the president! What are you talking about? If I were running against him, I would still have congratulated him,” Davido stated. He went on to praise the United States’ democratic system, highlighting the differences he sees when compared to Nigeria’s own political environment. “What I like about America is that there’s true democracy. Where I come from [Nigeria], it’s not so,” he added.
Although his vote was cast in favor of Harris, Davido’s comments reflected his overall respect for the democratic process. He believes in the importance of supporting the electoral outcome, even when it doesn’t align with one’s own preferences. His stance on the election is rooted in the belief that democracy, when functioning as it should, is about honoring the will of the people, regardless of who is in power.
In addition to discussing his political views, Davido also touched on the rising trend among Nigerians of giving birth abroad. He noted that many Nigerians opt to have their children in foreign countries to ensure better opportunities for them, particularly in terms of access to superior healthcare, education, and, in some cases, foreign citizenship. According to Davido, the appeal of giving birth abroad also stems from the desire to avoid bureaucratic hurdles such as visa applications. “Apart from having better [medical] facilities overseas, people want to have their kids abroad to save them the hassle of applying for visas,” he explained.
Overall, Davido’s interview provided insight into his perspective on both U.S. politics and the growing trend of Nigerians seeking opportunities for their children outside the country, reflecting his broader concerns about access to better prospects for future generations.
