Nigeria’s ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has released a video showing him exchanging pleasantries with former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Omokri, a prominent supporter of President Bola Tinubu, is known online for criticising the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate.
In a 35-second video posted on his X handle on Sunday, he approaches Obi, who is standing near a seating area with luggage and accompanied by others.
The former presidential aide calls out, “Mr. Obi!” before the two men shake hands.
Omokri, dressed in a green traditional outfit with a matching cap, briefly places his hand on Obi’s arm as they exchange brief words.
After the brief interaction, Obi turns and walks toward the departure area with his luggage as the clip ends.
Omokri captioned the post, “Peter Obi And I Exchanging Warm Greetings Today At Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport In Anticipation of President Tinubu’s Reelection Next Year!”
The encounter has sparked significant online discussion, with many users noting the contrast between Omokri’s frequent online criticisms of Obi and the cordial in-person greeting.
Critics have also accused him of clout-chasing, pointing out that he appeared to have a cameraman recording the moment.
(Punch)
