Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has taken a swipe at his Osun State counterpart, Governor Ademola Adeleke, popularly known as the “Dancing Governor,” mocking his well-publicised love for dancing and suggesting it overshadows his official responsibilities.
Seeki ging at a public event, Okpebholo humorously claimed that Adeleke’s passion for dancing influences nearly every aspect of his daily routine, including official engagements and attendance at governors’ meetings.
According to the Edo governor:
“Before he signs any paper, he would dance. Before he eats breakfast, he would dance. Are you not tired? I can’t even remember the last time we saw him at governors’ meeting in Abuja because before he gets there, he would dance and by then, the meeting has ended.”
The remarks triggered laughter from the audience as Okpebholo playfully referenced Adeleke’s widely recognised dancing style, which has become a defining feature of his public image.
Governor Adeleke, who is also the uncle of Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido, has repeatedly gone viral on social media for his energetic dance performances at official functions, political gatherings and private events.
His supporters often describe the displays as an expression of his approachable personality, while critics argue they sometimes overshadow governance.
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Okpebholo’s comments have since generated widespread reactions across social media platforms. While some users dismissed the remarks as light-hearted political banter, others criticised the Edo governor, arguing that elected leaders should concentrate on governance and public service rather than exchanging personal jibes.
The exchange comes amid heightened political tensions ahead of key electoral contests, with verbal attacks between political figures increasingly dominating public discourse.
