Dele Momodu Defends Rufai Oseni after Journalistic Clash

Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has come to the defense of Rufai Oseni, an anchor on Arise Television, who recently faced criticism for his style of journalism.

The incident in question occurred on Monday, October 30, when Rufai Oseni engaged in a spirited debate with Jesutega Onakpasa, a stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC), regarding the policies of President Bola Tinubu and the economic challenges confronting the nation.

The exchange quickly went viral, with APC supporters criticizing Oseni while those from the opposition camp rallied to his defense.Taking to Instagram on Friday, Dele Momodu shared his thoughts on the matter.

Momodu acknowledged the harsh criticisms Oseni had faced, stating, “I have read a lot of articles, essays, comments, and commentaries about Rufai Oseni’s style of interviewing guests on ARISE NEWS TELEVISION… Majority of them have been quite venomous and downright acerbic… Does he deserve to be criticized? Why not?”However, Dele Momodu went on to express his admiration for Rufai Oseni, applauding his intellectual prowess and confidence in journalism.

Momodu’s post conveyed support for Oseni’s unique style, which, though it might both fascinate and irritate his critics and admirers differently, is a reflection of his individuality as a journalist.

Momodu encouraged Oseni to remain brilliant and focused, and he concluded with a heartfelt, “GOD bless him mightily.” This gesture of support from a prominent political figure like Dele Momodu is a reminder of the importance of free speech and diverse styles of journalism in a democratic society, where journalists play a crucial role in holding leaders accountable.

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