Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun
State has come under heavy criticisms for giving the winner of the 2020 Big
Brother Naija reality TV show, Olamilekan Agbelesebioba, (aka Laycon) a sum of
N5miillion and a 3-bedroom bungalow.
Recall that Laycon was
in Gov Abiodun’s office at Okemosan, Abeokuta on Tuesday, where he met him and
other top government functionaries.
Giving update on his social media
handles, Governor Abiodun said:
“We have appointed the winner of
the Big Brother Naija Lockdown, @itslaycon Youth Ambassador of Ogun State in
addition to house and cash gifts.
“I relayed this development
today, when I played host to Olamilekan Moshood Agbelesebioba, AKA Laycon in my
Oke-Mosan office in Abeokuta.
“The appointment and gifts are a
celebration of Laycon’s good character, intellect and virtues which were proven
to the whole world on live TV as better choices than vices.
“A proud son of Ogun State,
Laycon displayed the essence of focus in the face of temptations and
provocations. This is the true Ogun State spirit, and it indeed confirms that
this earned him his academic achievement at the University of Lagos.”
But, it appears Ogun indigenes
and Nigerians in general, are not pleased with the decision of Abiodun to give
Laycon such gifts, especially after winning a grand prize of N85million in the
contest.
The statement from the Governor
was greeted with many negative reactions as people accused him of misplaced
priority.
To some, Big Brother Naija is not
a show that any governor should be proud of, as they described it as one that
promotes indecency and immorality among Nigerian youths.
It will be recalled that the Ooni
of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, once called for the replacement of BBNaija with a
more beneficial programme.
Oba Ogunwusi said the show
misrepresents the goodness of the Nigerian youths.
Reacting, Nigerians condemned
Abiodun’s gesture towards Laycon.
Here are some of their comments
as compiled from twitter:
Funmilayo Ogedengbe-Oresile:
“This is totally a disgrace to the Ogun State Government. Do you know how many
brilliant citizens of Ogun State are out there suffering, that can’t even get a
living? Some are wandering around to get school fees, while some had graduated
years ago with good grades but nothing to do as a living. Does it mean
education is not the best legacy any longer? Why do we embrace immorality over
education? What lesson does the just concluded BBNaija input in the lives of
the youth or what impact does it have over the nation? It’s better you look for
something doing rather than doing rubbish.”
Oduwole Abdul-Rasaq: “What value
does BBN bring to society? With abandoned projects still many in Ogun state,
that N5m can do something on J4 to Waterside road.”
Fadhilah Adewunmi: “This is
pathetically disappointing. Big Brother Housemates are now the role models the
youth should emulate. What moral etiquette has BBNaija taught the youth? Big
shame and disappointment to this direction-less governor.”
Aderanti Adebayor: “Mr Governor,
please don’t encourage mediocrity and stupidity, rather make credibility and
excellence your watchword. Bbnaija is good, but it’s not the best way to
encourage viable and productive youths. Be more progressive in your approach.”
Kolawole Fadeyi: “Oga, you better
stop your unnecessary wasting of the taxpayers money. All our roads are bad,
people are facing hardship in the state. Anyway, the remaining two years will
determine your position and history will not be kind to you.”
Chuk Zach: “This is very
disappointing, what was the moral or societal benefit of the BBNaija that
warranted the winner this state government appointment? I bet you have never
given such recognition to best graduating students or those who have even
served well in the society. I am totally disappointed. How do you encourage
people to study, make research and make life more meaning for all?
DISAPPOINTED!”
Eri Arojah: “Hmmmm… Well, if Mr
Governor can go to higher institutions to see so many students who are unable
to pay school fees, you won’t dash out 5 million to someone that is rich
already. Nigeria will always be Nigeria; we are suffering seriously. This is
not your promise, Mr Governor.”
Olubunmi Samuel: “This year
overall best students in JETS competition throughout Nigeria were not
recognized by the governor despite making the state proud. So it’s those set of
people that locked themselves up in a room engaging in every form of immoral
acts that can inspire the Governor?”
Taiwo Sulaimon: “What a waste of
Ogun State money! You should be ashamed of yourself. You don’t give productive
people cash gift. You are a disgrace Mr Governor.”
Adigun Akeem: “BBNaija is now a
measure of intelligence. What are we promoting? I’m jealous of his luck but I
don’t think this kind of program should be recognized by a government. Mothers
start to go and make juju for their children to be chosen for the stupid show.”
Mathew Godspeed: “This is highly
unacceptable. BBN hasn’t contributed anything positive to the lives of Nigeria
youths, instead it kills our morals. There are hardworking youths out there
working ceaselessly for a better future, but you didn’t even bother to
appreciate them.”
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