ABUJA — Senator Adams Oshiomhole is at the center of a social media storm following the emergence of viral footage showing the former Edo State Governor giving a foot massage to an unidentified young woman aboard a private jet.
The video, which first appeared on TikTok before being deleted by the uploader following a wave of condemnation, shows the Edo North Senator in a relaxed state, attending to the woman’s feet in a luxury cabin. The “mystery lady” reportedly scrubbed her social media presence shortly after the clips went viral, but the footage has since been archived and reshared across platforms like X and Instagram.
“Comrade turned Pablo Escobar”
The visual of the former Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President—once known as the “People’s Comrade”—enjoying such opulence has sparked accusations of gross insensitivity. Critics have pointed out the sharp contrast between Oshiomhole’s billionaire lifestyle and his recent public claims that food prices in Nigeria have become “too cheap.”
Prominent activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju was among the first to react, mocking the Senator’s transition from a textile worker to a man living like an international mogul. “A former textile worker now living like Pablo Escobar,” Adeyanju remarked, adding that the “politics money is sweet.”
Public Backlash and Hypocrisy
Nigerians on social media have slammed the lawmaker for what they describe as a “flaunting of wealth” while the masses suffer under the weight of inflation and economic reforms.
Social Media Commentary: On X (formerly Twitter), users noted the irony of a lawmaker who advocates for “sacrifices” from the public while flying in private jets.
Identity Speculation: While some supporters initially claimed the woman was a relative or his wife, the swift deletion of the original TikTok post by the lady herself has led many to believe the encounter was intended to remain private.
Political Implications
The scandal comes at a sensitive time for the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the party faces mounting pressure to address the high cost of living. Political analysts suggest that such “optics of excess” undermine the government’s message of austerity and national sacrifice.
As of Tuesday afternoon, Senator Oshiomhole’s media team has not released a statement regarding the video or the source of funding for the private jet travel
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