Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's TikTok Video Stirs Political Drama
User dances to Tinubu's 'Omo Ologo' track on TikTok video.
The web is abuzz with discussions over a TikTok video shared by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central,set to the popular track "Omo Ologo". The short clip, posted on May 8, showed the senator engaging playfully with the camera, set against the backdrop of the catchy tune that's gained notoriety for its association with President Bola Tinubu.
The song, performed by Kano-based musician Dauda 'Rarara' Kahutu at a dinner event on May 3, has become a cultural phenomenon. Officially held in Katsina State to honor President Tinubu during his two-day official visit, this event was a platform to assess the region’s security situation.
The lyrics of Rarara's "Omo Ologo" (a glorious child), pay tribute to Tinubu, hailing him as a Triumphant leader who has put his critics to shame. Blending Hausa and Yoruba, the song'sverses go: "Olorire Olorire Bola Asiwaju Omo Ologo / Bola Asiwaju Omo Ologo / Asiwaju / Olorirere / Nile awon olote / Nile awon alabosi / Olorire."
While some viewers saw Akpoti-Uduaghan's TikTok post as a friendly, fun-loving gesture, others interpreted it with political undertones. The video's timing and the song choice raised eyebrows about the senator's intent, stirring questions about her commentary on the political dynamics within the nation.
However, this isn't the first time Akpoti-Uduaghan has made headlines. Amid her ongoing tensions with Senate President Godswill Akpabio, she published a sarcastic apology on her Facebook page, accompanied by a short video. In the post, she expressed apologies for the "crime of maintaining dignity and self-respect." Later, Akpabio's legal team requested a federal high court in Abuja to compel Akpoti-Uduaghan to delete the post.
Responding to the legal battle, Akpoti-Uduaghan's legal team led by Jubril Okutepa, filed a counter-affidavit, accusing Akpabio of attempting to silence and intimidate her. The court is set to rule on the motion and counter-affidavit on May 12.
It's essential to note that the controversy surrounding the "Omo Ologo" video has added fuel to speculations about Akpoti-Uduaghan's possible defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to the song's association with President Tinubu. Meanwhile, her tensions with Senate President Akpabio continue to play out in both the political and legal spheres.
The incident serves as a reminder of the critical role social media plays in Nigerian politics, where manipulated content can create political tensions and shape public opinion.
As the drama unfolds, it appears that Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, known for her tenacity, may once again find herself at the epicenter of political upheaval.
*** For more on Nigerian politics:***
*** I Don't See Why Anybody Would Say Tinubu Has Not Done Well - Wike We Are Ready For Partnership - Tinubu Tells Qatari Investors Hardship: I'm Not Shocked, Tinubu Is Face Of Bad Governance - Adebayo Afenifere Calls For Suspension Of SGF, George Akume Over Corruption Allegations APC Has Right To Respond All Critics, We're Not Losing Sleep On Coalition - Morka Tinubu Receives Qatari High-Level Delegation To Strengthen Bilateral Ties
- The TikTok video shared by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, known for stirring political drama, features the popular track "Omo Ologo," a hit song associated with President Bola Tinubu, potentially hinting at a possible switch from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
- In the ongoing legal battle between Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the senator's team, led by Jubril Okutepa, countered accusations of intimidation and silencing by accusing Akpabio of trying to suppress her comments on policy-and-legislation, general-news, and crime-and-justice.
- The controversy surrounding the "Omo Ologo" video and the ensuing political tensions underscore the potential of social media as a platform for war-and-conflicts, where manipulated content can shape public opinion in Nigerian politics.
- The senator's most recent actions, including the TikTok video and her sarcastic Facebook post, reflect her unyielding nature and penchant for political dramas, perhaps hinting at future developments in the Senate, especially with ongoing tensions in the Senate between Akpoti-Uduaghan and Akpabio.
- As the court ruling on Akpoti-Uduaghan's legal battle with Akpabio approaches, the public will closely watch the senator's next moves, hoping for positive policy changes and improvements in the security situation of the nation, under Senate's jurisdiction for policy-and-legislation.
