Yul Edochie criticises Rufai Oseni over past BRT lane incident and interview style, while urging respect for President Tinubu

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has publicly criticised Rufai Oseni, an anchor with Arise Television, questioning the broadcaster’s moral authority and interview style in a viral video circulating on social media.

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In the clip, Edochie referenced a past incident in Lagos in which Oseni was reportedly caught driving on a Bus Rapid Transit lane.

The actor alleged that the journalist initially reacted defensively when confronted by officials.

“Is this not the same Rufai Oseni that was caught driving on BRT lane?” Edochie asked in the video.

He further claimed that Oseni apologised only after footage of the encounter surfaced online.

Edochie also criticised what he described as the presenter’s confrontational approach during interviews.

According to the actor, guests invited onto a programme should be treated with respect and made to feel at ease.

“How can you invite somebody and make the guest uncomfortable?” he queried.

The actor accused Oseni of being disrespectful to guests on national television, stating, “You are insulting people on national TV. That is not journalism.”

In the same video, Edochie defended Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging critics to accord the President due respect and allow his administration more time.

“He is our President, whether you like it or not. You must respect him,” Edochie said, adding that governance requires patience.

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The remarks have generated intense reactions online, with supporters and critics weighing in on the broader debate over media conduct, political accountability, and respect for public office.