Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has appointed his nephew, Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, as Chairman of the Osun Sports Trust Fund. The announcement was made by Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Sports, Kola Adewusi, during a courtesy visit from the Osun State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN). Adewusi explained that the appointment is part of the state government’s broader plan to revitalize sports in Osun and establish a sustainable funding model through partnerships with private and public stakeholders. “We are in the advanced stages of creating the Osun State Sports Commission, which will coordinate sports administration, development, and policy implementation,” he said. “The Sports Trust Fund is intended to attract support from sports philanthropists both within and outside the state, ensuring long-term financing and growth for sports initiatives.” He revealed that Davido accepted the role without hesitation, noting that the music star’s global influence and connections are expected to draw significant investment and attention to Osun’s sports sector. Adewusi also highlighted the ongoing renovation of Osogbo Township Stadium, which is expected to meet Olympic standards once completed. “The project aims to transform the stadium into a world-class facility capable of hosting national and international events,” he added. With Davido leading the Sports Trust Fund, the government hopes to usher in a new era of sports development and infrastructure transformation in Osun State. The appointment has sparked discussions online, particularly regarding Governor Adeleke’s practice of assigning family members to strategic positions. In 2023, he appointed another nephew, Tunji Adeleke, son of former governor Isiaka Adeleke, as Chairman of the Board of Local Government.