Sowore Mocks Elumelu as Nigerians Debate “Tony” vs “Mr Elumelu”
Omoyele Sowore has criticised billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu after a viral exchange in which a young woman addressed him as “Tony.” Elumelu reportedly asked to be called “Mr Elumelu” or “TOE” instead. Reacting to the clip, Sowore questioned the difference between “Tony” and “TOE.” He described the dispute as unnecessary and called Elumelu a content creator with little or no intellect. The exchange has sparked debate over respect, workplace culture, age and social status. Another clip of Elumelu being called “Tony” during a television interview has added to the discussion. Did the woman cross a line, or was Elumelu’s correction an overreaction?
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