Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu threatened to switch off the microphone on Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, for what she deemed as prolonged singing at the 10th coronation anniversary celebration of the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, last Sunday.
The moment, which was captured on now-viral video, showed as the governor mounted the podium to pay tribute to the monarch and to congratulate the First Lady on her newly bestowed chieftaincy title, Yeye Asiwaju Gbogbo Ile Oodua.
Instead of proceeding immediately with his formal message, Adeleke, popularly known as the “Dancing Governor” for his spirited public dancing, burst into a short musical chant, drawing laughter from parts of the audience.
Remi, who had moments earlier received her traditional title from the Ooni, walked towards the podium, gestured lightly to the governor, and whispered to him to proceed with his statement.
“Go ahead,” she was heard saying, in an attempt to steer the event back to its programme of activities.
As she returned to her seat, Adeleke resumed singing, prompting her to turn back and intervene more firmly.
“Enough with the music, or I’ll switch off the microphone,” she told the governor, adding that he had “five minutes to conclude” his remarks.
Her comment drew a ripple of laughter and murmurs across the venue, with many guests appearing surprised by the exchange.
The short incident quickly spread across social media platforms, with Nigerians offering varied interpretations.
Adeleke, known for incorporating music and dance into his public engagements, continued his speech after the first lady’s comment.
The Osun governor has not issued an official comment on the viral clip, nor has the first lady’s office released a statement beyond what was captured on video.
