Senator Adams Oshiomhole responds to Edo First Lady Betsy Obaseki’s comment about the APC gubernatorial candidate’s marital status, sparking widespread backlash. Oshiomhole’s remarks, which criticized the Obasekis’ childlessness, ignited intense reactions on social media, with many Nigerians condemning the personal nature of political discourse....READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has stirred controversy with his recent remarks directed at the First Lady of Edo State, Betsy Obaseki, during a political rally. Responding to Betsy Obaseki’s claim that the APC gubernatorial candidate doesn’t have a wife, Oshiomhole fired back with a personal attack. He said, “I was shocked yesterday to see Mrs. Obaseki saying our candidate has no wife. Here is the woman who has no child; between her and Obaseki, they have no child; they are childless.”
This comment has sparked a wave of reactions across social media, with many Nigerians expressing their disapproval of the personal nature of Oshiomhole’s remarks. While some defended Oshiomhole, arguing that Betsy Obaseki’s comment was also inappropriate, others criticized him for stooping to such a level.
One user tweeted in defense of Oshiomhole, saying that those calling him childish or low are misguided. Meanwhile, another user expressed disappointment with the senator’s response, stating that the remarks were uncalled for.
Many Nigerians condemned the exchange for dragging personal issues into politics. Another tweet criticized the senator for focusing on personal attacks instead of discussing the programs his party has for the people. Another user labeled Oshiomhole’s comments as distasteful and unbecoming of a leader.
I was shocked yesterday to see Mrs. Obaseki saying our candidate has no wife. Here is the woman who has no child; between her and Obaseki, they have no child; they are childless. Adams Oshiomhole has replied to the comment made by the First Lady of the state, Betsy Obaseki, who… pic.twitter.com/Qlh9GMFgvK
— Imran Muhammad (@Imranmuhdz) September 1, 2024
