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A promise of 15,000 naira may sound like good news, especially after a major political event. But when the offer arrives through an unfamiliar link, the excitement should give way to verification. And by the way, no political parties or candidates share money with the public to celebrate election victory or defeat.
Following the 2026 Osun State governorship election, messages claiming that residents can receive 15,000 naira as a cash reward to celebrate Governor Ademola Adeleke’s election victory are circulating online.
The messages are designed to attract attention with the promise of quick and easy money. One version claims the reward is being offered by Governor Adeleke and is “powered by” Nigerian musician Davido. It further encourages recipients to click a link and claim the money.
One example reads:
“15,000 naira cash Transfer Governor Ademola Adeleke’s Celebrating Osun state ELECTION Victory NOW! with the sum of ₦15,000. POWERED BY: Davido. I just got my Now. Click below to get yours.”
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The message directs users to https://celebration.davidocollaborate.forum for celebration.
Why Should You Be Concerned?
The biggest warning sign is the promise of an unexpected cash reward through an unfamiliar website.
A legitimate government cash-transfer programme would normally be announced through verifiable official channels, such as the relevant government website, official social media accounts or recognised government communication platforms.
The use of a politician’s name does not automatically make a message genuine. Likewise, mentioning a celebrity such as Davido does not prove that the celebrity is associated with the offer.
The link itself should also raise questions. A website address containing a person’s name or a generic phrase does not establish that it is an official platform of the Osun State Government.
What Could Happen If You Click?
Not every suspicious link will necessarily cause harm, but unfamiliar reward links can lead users to websites designed to collect personal information or deceive them into taking further actions.
A user may be asked to provide details such as a phone number, email address, bank information, card details, passwords or one-time passwords (OTPs).
Such information can potentially be exploited for fraudulent activities.
Some deceptive reward schemes may also encourage users to forward the link to friends or WhatsApp groups before they can supposedly claim their reward. This helps the misleading message spread rapidly.
How Can You Verify Such Claims?
Before clicking on a link promising election-related rewards, ask three simple questions:
Who is offering the money?
Look for an official announcement from the organisation or government body supposedly responsible for the payment.
Where was the announcement published?
Check verified official channels rather than relying on forwarded messages, screenshots or claims from unknown accounts.
Where does the link lead?
Be cautious when the website address does not clearly correspond to the official organisation being mentioned.
Most importantly, never provide your bank PIN, OTP, password or other sensitive financial information simply because a website promises you money.
The 15,000 naira should not be the reason you stop thinking
The appeal of instant cash can make people act quickly. That is precisely why reward-based misinformation can be effective.
The lesson from the circulating Osun election message is simple: a claim becomes less credible because it promises money.
If you receive a message promising 15,000 naira or any other election-related reward, do not click immediately, do not enter your personal information and do not forward it until you have independently verified the claim through official sources.
When the reward looks too easy, verify before you click.
Verdict
The circulating message and image claiming that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke is sharing 15,000 naira through Nigerian musician Davido is INCORRECT.
The message is aimed at harvesting individuals’ personal details.
