Afrobeats superstar takes on sports development role in Osun State.
The Davido (David Adeleke), international Afrobeats sensation, has been appointed as the Chairman of the newly-established Osun State Sports Trust Fund by the government of Osun State. Announced on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the appointment forms part of broad reforms by the administration of Ademola Adeleke aimed at repositioning the state’s sports sector.
Key Details and Implications
The Sports Trust Fund is designed to secure long-term, sustainable financing for sports development in Osun State moving away from ad-hoc interventions. According to the State’s Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Sports, Kola Adewusi, the appointment is strategic; Davido’s global brand and network are expected to attract investment and partnerships both locally and internationally.
Ongoing infrastructure works are part of the reform agenda: the renovation of the Osogbo Township Stadium is reportedly to meet Olympic standards, positioning the state to host higher-level competitions. The establishment of a future Osun State Sports Commission is also underway, which will oversee policy, talent development and administration across the sports sector.
What This Means for Nigerian Sports
For sports stakeholders and athletes in Nigeria, this development in Osun State underscores a growing recognition of sports as not just entertainment but as a vehicle for youth development, infrastructure investment and brand building.
Davido’s appointment may act as a catalyst leveraging celebrity influence to open doors to corporate funding, philanthropy and global sports linkages. The move could inspire other states to adopt similar models of sustainable sports development.
With Davido at the helm of the Osun State Sports Trust Fund, the spotlight is now on how quickly the reforms translate into tangible benefits: better facilities, stronger athlete support, and increased opportunities for grassroots sports. The success of this initiative may well set a template for sports development across Nigeria.
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