Fani-Kayode, Dele Momodu Trade Fresh Insults in Escalating Social Media Feud

Fani-Kayode, Dele Momodu Trade Fresh Insults in Escalating Social Media Feud

A renewed war of words has broken out between former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode and veteran journalist and former presidential candidate Dele Momodu, with both men exchanging strong personal remarks on social media over political differences and past grievances.

The latest exchange began after Fani-Kayode responded to comments attributed to Momodu on Facebook, where he accused the media entrepreneur of acting as a political “sidekick” to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. He also described Momodu in harsh personal terms, intensifying a rivalry that has played out publicly over the years.

In his remarks, Fani-Kayode dismissed Momodu’s political relevance and career trajectory, while also claiming he remains actively engaged in national affairs, referencing ongoing diplomatic engagements involving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as evidence of his continued influence.

Momodu fired back via his X (formerly Twitter) account, characterising Fani-Kayode as a “wasted investment” and criticising what he described as a pattern of aggressive public behaviour. He argued that despite Fani-Kayode’s elite academic background, including studies at Cambridge University, his conduct in public discourse has remained controversial and confrontational.

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Momodu further suggested that Fani-Kayode’s temperament changes when out of political power, describing his behaviour as inconsistent with expectations of public figures and urging a more reflective approach.

The exchange quickly gained traction across social media platforms, with users reacting to the tone and content of the remarks. Supporters of both figures amplified the debate, turning the disagreement into a trending topic and adding to the visibility of the feud.

This is not the first public clash between the two personalities, who have long occupied opposing positions in Nigeria’s political and media space. Their disagreements have often centred on political alignment, public commentary, and mutual criticism over the years.

Observers note that such exchanges reflect a broader trend of personalised political discourse in Nigeria, where disagreements between public figures frequently spill over into social media confrontations rather than formal political debates.

The latest confrontation has drawn mixed reactions, with some commentators expressing concern over the use of derogatory language by high-profile figures, while others view the exchange as part of the increasingly unfiltered nature of online political communication.

Analysts suggest that while such disputes may generate engagement online, they also risk overshadowing substantive policy discussions and contributing to heightened political polarisation.

As of the time of reporting, neither party has indicated a willingness to de-escalate, with both maintaining their positions in the ongoing public spat.

Fani-Kayode, Dele Momodu Trade Fresh Insults in Escalating Social Media Feud