Dele Momodu raises doubts about former minister's professional record, prompting fiery response from Fani-Kayode

A social media firestorm has broken out between Dele Momodu, a prominent media figure, and Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Minister of Aviation, laying bare deep-seated political animosities and personal grudges.

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The online spat was sparked by Fani-Kayode, who posted a withering critique of Momodu on his Facebook page, tracing his career trajectory from university to his political pursuits.

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Fani-Kayode's scathing attack labeled Momodu as opportunistic, alleging a history of self-serving alliance shifts, and derisively referred to him as a "bread hawker, political prostitute, and glutton of the ages".

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Fani-Kayode also took aim at Momodu's lackluster political record, highlighting his failed presidential bid, which garnered only one vote, and accused him of betraying former allies, including MKO Abiola and Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for personal gain.

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Furthermore, Fani-Kayode claimed that Momodu's support for political figures is often contingent on financial benefits, and ominously warned that Momodu would undermine future campaigns, stating "Everything about him eventually crashes, and just as he undermined Atiku’s campaign in 2023, he will crash it again in 2027".

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In a rebuttal posted on his own Facebook page, Momodu pushed back against Fani-Kayode's criticisms, characterizing him as a "bully" and highlighting his professional accomplishments.

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Momodu cited instances of his assistance to Fani-Kayode, including publishing family-related content in Ovation Media Group and facilitating a reconciliation between Fani-Kayode and his estranged wife.

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Momodu also questioned Fani-Kayode's professional credentials, posing the query "What work or business does Femi do except scavenging for political appointments?" and emphasizing that Ovation Media Group remains a respected global brand under his stewardship.

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The exchange, replete with personal anecdotes and political recriminations, underscores the pugnacious nature of Nigerian politics and media personalities, particularly as the 2027 general elections draw near.

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Observers note that while both men wield significant influence, their feud highlights the complex interplay between media, personal loyalty, and political ambition in shaping public discourse in Nigeria.