Former presidential spokesperson, Reno Omokri, has berated former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for referring to new Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Ladoja, as ‘’My Dear Brother’.
He said it showed Obi was disrespectful. adding that he did not merit becoming Nigerian President.
The argument came amid a rage against fuji musician, Taye Currency, who was seen to be unroyal in the performance he gave at the Friday installation of Oba Ladoja.
The monarch was installed the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan on Friday, September 26. After the ceremony, Obi took to his page to felicitate with the monarch who was governor of Oyo state when he, Peter, was governor of Anambra state.
In his congratulatory message, Obi wrote:
‘’Congratulations to Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa
I warmly congratulate my dear brother, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa I, on his installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. His ascension to this revered throne is a celebration for the people of Ibadan and a source of pride for the entire Yoruba nation and Nigeria as a whole.
The enthronement of Oba Ladoja, a distinguished statesman with vast experience in business, politics, and governance, symbolises the enduring harmony between tradition and modernity in our society.
As Governor of Oyo State, Oba Ladoja played a vital role in shaping the growth and development of Ibadan. I am confident that the same spirit of vision, dedication, and service that defined his public leadership will now find fuller expression in his new role as custodian of Ibadan’s rich cultural and traditional heritage.
I extend my heartfelt congratulations once again to the people of Ibadan and Oyo State as they welcome this new dawn in their history. It is my earnest prayer that Oba Ladoja’s reign will be long, peaceful, and fruitful, bringing enduring blessings to the land and its people. -PO”
Reno felt it was inappropriate for Obi to refer to the monarch as is ‘’dear brother” He took to his social media handle to tackle Obi
