Israel "DMW" Afeare, who handles logistics for Nigerian singer [Davido](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Davido), publicly declared his support for former Vice‑President [Atiku Abubakar](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atiku_Abubakar) ahead of the 2027 presidential election. In an Instagram post, Afeare argued that northern leadership is preferable and warned against large‑scale contracts awarded to single individuals, stating, "I’m voting for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar."
**What prompted the endorsement?**
Davido had previously campaigned for his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, who ran under the Accord Party banner. The singer openly criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and vowed not to back the party. However, after Governor Adeleke secured re‑election, he joined President Bola Tinubu’s campaign, drawing online backlash toward Davido.
**What did Israel DMW say in his post?**
Afeare called on the [Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)](https://www.inecnigeria.org/) to ensure Nigerians can freely choose their 2027 leader, adding that a reputable name outweighs monetary incentives. He also dismissed the significance of 2.5 million votes reported from Edo State, noting that former Governor Adams Oshiomole remains highly regarded there despite his party’s failure to secure the expected votes.
**Key points**
- Israel DMW posted his endorsement of Atiku on Instagram.
- Davido had earlier rejected any support for the APC.
- Governor Ademola Adeleke, Davido’s uncle, aligned with Tinubu after his re‑election.
- Afeare criticized perceived financial influence in politics and questioned vote tallies from Edo State.
- He urged INEC to guarantee a fair and open electoral process for the January 2027 poll.