Media personality Dele Momodu has criticised First Lady Remi Tinubu for openly interrupting Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, during a public event, describing her conduct as inappropriate and disrespectful.
The incident occurred at the 10th coronation anniversary of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, where the First Lady was also conferred with a chieftaincy title. During the ceremony, Governor Adeleke stepped onto the stage to deliver his remarks and began with a worship song, as is his customary style.
“Good morning Ma,” I said, most repectfully. Standing by were Dr Femi Olowolafe and Senator Tokunbo Abiru. Suddenly, there was an explosion, totally unprovoked. Mrs Tinubu went like, “Bob Dee, you mean you won’t campaign for my husband?” I wasted no time in responding: “I can’t Ma, I’m in a different party!!” Her Excellency was livid. She said things that were not factual but out of respect for “Uncle Bola” I let it slip…