Atlanta-born Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, marked a personal milestone by voting in the United States presidential election for the first time. As an influential voice in the music world, Davido’s participation in this election has garnered attention among fans globally, especially given the significant stakes in the race.
The election, which is the 60th quadrennial presidential contest in the U.S., has drawn global interest as it will determine the successor to President Joe Biden. It is being closely contested between Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and her Republican opponent, former President Donald Trump.
Spotted by adwoaadubianews.com, Davido, visibly thrilled about his debut in the voting process, posted on his verified X account, sharing a photo taken at his voting location. He simply captioned it, “First time voter!! ,” expressing both pride and excitement in exercising his civic duty.
Born in the United States but raised in Nigeria, Davido’s dual heritage has shaped his perspective and influence. While he has often encouraged youth participation in elections within Nigeria, his direct involvement in this high-stakes U.S. election further highlights his commitment to civic engagement. As a new voter, Davido now joins millions of citizens hoping their voices will impact the future leadership of the United States.
