First Lady Summons Adams Oshiomhole Over Controversial Remarks on Betsy Obaseki

By Iyojo Ameh

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has reportedly summoned Adams Oshiomhole, the lawmaker representing Edo North Senatorial District, following his recent controversial comments about Betsy Obaseki, wife of Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki.

Oshiomhole’s remarks were made during a press interview with selected journalists. In the interview, the former Edo State governor alleged that Governor Obaseki and his wife lack affection for children.

His comments were in response to an alleged statement made by Betsy Obaseki, in which she purportedly asserted that Monday Okpebholo, the APC’s governorship candidate, is the only contender in the state without a spouse.

Oshiomhole countered by claiming that Governor Obaseki and his wife have remained childless throughout their marriage and have declined to adopt any children, suggesting that their lack of interest in children is due to a fundamental disinterest.

The statement has been widely condemned by Nigerians across board, ahead of the governorship election in the state.

Sources within Aso Rock who spoke on the development with journalists noted that the First Lady was deeply embarrassed and angered by Oshiomhole’s remarks.

One of the sources said, “Senator Oluremi Tinubu was visibly enraged when she learned about Oshiomhole’s comments concerning Mrs. Obaseki.

“She could not believe that a seasoned politician like Oshiomhole would stoop so low as to make such insensitive remarks about a woman’s personal life. It’s an affront to decency and to the values we should uphold in our political discourse.”

The source added that the First Lady, known for her strong stance on issues affecting women and her advocacy for ethical conduct in politics, felt compelled to address the matter directly.

The source said, “Mrs Tinubu does not condone the use of personal tragedies or circumstances as political tools, and she wanted to make it clear to Oshiomhole that such behaviour is unacceptable.”

Another Aso Rock official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said, “This isn’t just about Mrs. Obaseki; it’s about the implications of dragging personal issues into the political sphere. Senator Tinubu has always believed in politics driven by ideas and development rather than personal attacks and character assassination.”