“He Should Respect His Old Age”- Webizens Reacts As Former President, Obasanjo Captured Bowing For Ohanaeze Leader, Iwuanyanwu- View Exclusive Photos...CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stirred controversy and sparked reactions from webizens after photos circulated showing him bowing to Ohanaeze leader Iwuanyanwu during a recent visit to Owerri.
The visit took place on the 5th of this month, where discussions on “issues of mutual interest” occurred between Obasanjo and Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
The Secretary-General of Ohanaeze, Ambassador Okey Emuchay, highlighted the symbolic and crucial nature of the meeting, with expectations that the outcome would benefit the Igbo community.
Emuchay also commended Obasanjo’s past contributions to the Igbo nation, including his appointments of Igbo individuals to key positions during his presidency.
Accompanied by Otunba Oyewole Fasawe and other notable figures, Obasanjo’s visit to Iwuanyanwu signifies the latter’s continued advocacy for the Igbo cause. One of the captured photos revealed Obasanjo standing while Iwuanyanwu was seated, prompting varied reactions from Nigerians.
Some webizens expressed surprise at the former president’s gesture, with comments suggesting that he should “respect his old age.” The images have generated discussions online about the dynamics of power and respect, particularly among influential figures.
See some reactions below:
Temitope: “This picture dishonored OBJ. Nwayawu sitting down like a boss while OBJ appeared like unformer president. OBJ should respect his old age by staying in his place and let these people come to him. Well I’m not surprise, den say baba na Igbo, so e dey blood. Na family affair.”
Dj Banty: “Nwayawu can’t stand due to his size.”
Mohammed: “Obasanjo is agile, Nwayawu would require a crane and a tractor to get him on his feet”
Abolaji: “Pls allow him to pay homage to the leader of his father’s land…CONTINUE READING>>
