News
Former Ondo First Lady, Betty Akeredolu Says; “Nigeria, A Zoo Country,” Calls Yorubas “People Of Palm Oil Soup”
The former first Lady of Ondo State, Betty Akeredolu, has described Nigeria as “a zoo country” while comparing the country’s presidential election to that of the United States of America.
She highlighted the discrepancies in the voting process, stating that Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election had 25 million total votes cast over five days, whereas the 2024 US presidential election had 155 million votes cast in approximately 10 hours.
Akeredolu’s comment was in response to a follower, Paulexy, who noted that “truth is indeed bitter” and that Nigerians are “doomed” in the country.
She also called the Yorubas, “Nde Ofenmanu” “People of Palm oil Soup.”
Akeredolu replied, “Very bitter indeed! Who will rescue Nigeria? What a zoo country!”
This statement comes after her husband, Rotimi Akeredolu, passed away on December 27, 2023.
Akeredolu had been battling prostate cancer, which was kept hidden by his family to maintain control over state affairs.
Despite his poor health, Akeredolu refused to hand over power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, sparking controversy.
In 2009, Akeredolu, then President of the Nigerian Bar Association, had called for President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua’s resignation due to his ill health.
However, when faced with similar health challenges, Akeredolu chose not to step down.
The situation surrounding Akeredolu’s health and his family’s involvement has raised concerns.
Report has it that Betty and her son, Babajide, kept Akeredolu in Ibadan against his wishes, despite his request to return to his hometown in Ondo State.
Additionally, a forensic report confirmed that Akeredolu’s signature was forged on many official documents.
The woman also sparked another controversy with her recent statements, referring to the Yoruba people from her late husband tribe as “Nde Ofenmanu.”
This term which literally mean “people of palm oil soup” has been met with backlash, particularly from those who perceive it as a derogatory statement.
Betty on her X page stated that she was attacked by her “harmless observation on Nigerian and US presidential elections”.
She wrote, “I made an honest but harmless observation on Nigerian and US presidential elections, twitter is now on, Kilode?.
“Obviously, truth hurts and hurts with tribal colouration. Tufiakwa! Look at the attacks.
“The Igbophobia is so thick and vicious. And by association as my darling husband, Aketi was not spared. Infact, to his people, nde ofenmanu, Aketi was an Igboman and very quickly, they would sweep under the carpet his bold and courageous role” She tweets.
In her address, Betty emphasized the need for constructive discussion around Nigeria’s electoral issues, stating, “Honestly, this issue raised is topical aiming to agitate like minds to discuss and find solution to our electoral misdeeds.”
She stressed that everyone in the political sphere, including voters, contributes to electoral malfeasance.
Betty reflected on her own political experience, noting, “I have been in politics since 2007, way before my husband even thought about it.”
According to her, she contested under ANPP to represent Owerri Federal Constituency at the House of Rep in 2007.
Regarding her late husband’s legacy, she said, “Aketi’s legacy in Ondo State is there for even the blind to see and bigoted to feel.”
She criticized those attacking her and her husband, observing, “The Igbophobia is so thick and vicious… Those deplorable bullies can’t succeed no matter how hard they try” she said.
“Let me be clear, Aketi’s legacy is written in gold on the marble, in case they didn’t know. As for their bad mouth against me, dem go taya!” She mentioned.
-
Society News4 years agoJamaican man beheads wife after finding out their 6 kids are not his
-
Society News6 years agoEXCLUSIVE: The Complete Story of Dolapo Awosika, John Fashanu and Prophet Kasali Sex Mess
-
News4 years agoPastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, His Membership Of Secret Cult, And Other Issues Touching On His Public Credentials Examined by Barr. PATRICK I. BIOSE
-
News4 years agoBREAKING: Ajimobi’s daughter-in-law blast Gov. Makinde, says gov can’t surpass ex-Oyo gov
-
News4 years agoBREAKING: 2 arrested as NAF begins investigations into Tolulope’s death
-
Crime5 years agoExclusive: Female Aide Fingered In Oko Oloyun’s Murder + Banking Transactions That Nailed Husband
-
News4 years agoBREAKING: Police take over Edo House of Assembly as APC, Oshiomhole move to seize control
-
Society News5 years agoThe Rise and Fall of “Jumoke The Bread Seller”
You must be logged in to post a comment Login