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I want to study political science in UK, Davido announces master’s degree plan

Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kin

By Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer

1 min read 20 views Updated Aug 27, 2026
Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kingdom next year. Speaking during a recent livestream on Wednesday, the award-winning artist clarified that he would not enrol in a course at Adeleke University, contrary to expectations.

Davido made this known in a recent livestream which started trending on Wednesday, where he spoke about his academic ambitions beyond music and entertainment. Davido clarified that the postgraduate programme would not be at Adeleke University, despite assumptions from some fans due to his family’s ties to the institution. He outlined, “I want to do my Master’s next year in the UK, a one-year course in political science. I already have my B.Sc” 

When asked if the program will take place at Adeleke University, he showed no. Davido, who has often shown interest in governance and political issues, especially during election periods in Nigeria, received praise from fans following the announcement.

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Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kin Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kingdom...

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  • Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kin Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kingdom next year.
  • Speaking during a recent livestream on Wednesday, the award-winning artist clarified that he would not enrol in a course at Adeleke University, contrary to expectations.Davido made this known in a recent livestream which started trending on Wednesday, where he spoke about his academic ambitions beyond music and entertainment.
  • Davido clarified that the postgraduate programme would not be at Adeleke University, despite assumptions from some fans due to his family’s ties to the institution.
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Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kin Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has indicated plans to further his education with a master’s degree in political science at a university in the United Kingdom...

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