Oluseyi Aletile, better known as Seyi Law, who serves as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Ondo State on Entertainment and Tourism, has challenged the perspective of former President Olusegun Obasanjo regarding the salaries of National Assembly members.
Obasanjo recently expressed his disapproval of lawmakers setting their own paychecks, labeling it as unethical. This statement was made during a meeting with House of Representatives members in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, on Friday.
The former leader suggested that the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMFAC) should be the body responsible for determining the remuneration of public officials.
In response to Obasanjo’s comments, Seyi Law took to social media on Sunday to deliver a satirical retort. The well-known comedian quipped, “If only Baba had remained Nigeria’s president, perhaps there wouldn’t have been talk of a third-term bid.”
He continued with a series of hypothetical scenarios, suggesting that if Obasanjo were still in power, there would be no scandal involving senators reportedly receiving bribes of N50 million.
He implied that the infamous $16 billion meant for improving the country’s electricity supply would not have vanished into private hands.
Seyi Law also reflected on the cultural impacts, remarking that iconic songs like Eedris Abdulkareem’s “Jaga Jaga” and African China’s “Mr. President” might not have existed if governance had been more effective. He mused that perhaps 2Face Idibia wouldn’t have even found the need to record songs addressing societal issues.
The comedian further speculated that if Obasanjo had been a more proactive president, infrastructure in his home region could have improved, local governments might have gained the autonomy they deserve, and the long-awaited repairs on major highways could have been completed without relying on subsequent administrations.
Seyi Law concluded with a tongue-in-cheek statement, suggesting that if things had gone differently, Obasanjo could have been regarded as a “saint” in Nigerian politics. However, he emphasized that these outcomes remain mere speculation, as history shows that Obasanjo did not continue his presidency.
