In a startling revelation that has sparked conversations across social and political circles, veteran Yoruba Nollywood actor Fatai Adekunle Adetayo, popularly known as Lalude, has accused Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, of reneging on a financial promise made to entertainers who supported the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the 2023 general elections.
Speaking in a recent interview on the Beyond the Fame podcast, Lalude alleged that MC Oluomo — the influential Lagos transport boss and staunch loyalist of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu — had pledged to pay ₦1.5 million to each celebrity involved in the mobilization campaign for both Tinubu and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
> “We were camped for over seven weeks,” Lalude stated. “We campaigned vigorously every day. Myself, Alapini, and several other colleagues. We were promised ₦1.5 million each. At the end, we got nothing.”
Lalude, who is celebrated for his portrayal of traditional priests and spiritual figures in Yoruba films, said the entertainers not only sacrificed their time but also risked their reputations by publicly endorsing political candidates in a highly polarized climate — only to be left empty-handed.
The actor’s emotional tone underscored his deep frustration over what he described as a betrayal. While he did not confirm whether President Tinubu or Governor Sanwo-Olu were aware of the agreement, he maintained that the promise was made directly by MC Oluomo, who coordinated the entertainers’ campaign efforts.
Public Reactions and Growing Scrutiny
The viral podcast clip has triggered widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians debating the ethics of entertainers’ involvement in political campaigns, especially when such endorsements are allegedly tied to financial rewards.
Some commenters sympathized with Lalude, while others criticized the culture of transactional politics. Others questioned whether campaign aides and endorsers should expect payment for political support, especially when it's publicly portrayed as voluntary advocacy.
MC Oluomo, who played a visible role in galvanizing grassroots support for Tinubu in Lagos, has not issued any public response to the allegations as of press time. Efforts to reach his media team for comment have been unsuccessful.
A Recurring Pattern?
This controversy echoes similar past allegations against political campaign organizers in Nigeria, where celebrities and influencers have voiced complaints of being used during electioneering periods only to be neglected afterward.
The incident once again raises pressing questions about transparency, integrity, and fairness in campaign engagements between political operatives and cultural figures.
As Nigeria’s political terrain continues to intersect with entertainment and influencer culture, Lalude’s revelation could spark deeper investigations into how entertainers are recruited — and rewarded — during high-stakes elections.
Whether this allegation will lead to restitution, denials, or legal redress remains to be seen, but the conversation about fair treatment for campaign contributors is far from over.
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