Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo has opened up on why he asked Oyo State monarchs to stand up during his recent visit. LEGIT NEWS reports.InformationGuideNigeria
On Friday, September 15, Obasanjo became the centre of criticism after he was seen in a viral video authorising Oyo monarchs to stand up and recognise his presence during the inauguration of two projects in Iseyin, Oyo State.NYSC Portal
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Speaking on the incident, Obasanjo revealed that his decision was prompted by the Obas’ refusal to stand up to recognise the governor during the event.JAMB Result
As quoted by Premium Times, Obasanjo said: “I arrived the event venue with the governor. As we arrived, every other person at the venue rose, but they (the monarchs) remained seated. I was surprised because I considered that a breach of protocol and disrespect for the governor.JAMB Portal
“It later became the turn of the governor to speak. As he rose, every other person at the venue, including me, stood up as demanded by protocol and in respect for the governor and his office. Again, the Obas refused to rise. They all remained seated.
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