The media team of Oyo State APC governorship candidate, Senator Alli Sharafadeen Abiodun, is facing criticism online. This follows a video showing the politician in an unusual pose with a young journalist.
In the trending clip, Abiodun is seen carrying the male journalist on his lap during an interview. He also appears to rub the journalist’s thigh while they sit together. The footage has since sparked reactions across social media, with many viewers questioning the situation.
The video was shared on X by Olorundare Olamide, Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. Sharing the clip, Olamide wrote:
“Why is the interviewer on his lap, who is clearly uncomfortable in this video?… Why the lap rub, I hope no be wetin I dey think o?”
Meanwhile, the video has continued to attract attention online. Some viewers are questioning why the interview was filmed that way in the first place. Others have turned their attention to Abiodun’s media team.
The growing reactions have also raised questions about how such moments are handled during public engagements.
