President Bola Tinubu’s Senior Special Assistant on Digital Engagement, Strategy, and New Media, O’tega Ogra, has finally responded after being publicly accused by Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo of failing to pay for a completed job.
The controversy began on Sunday evening when Dakolo took to X to express frustration over the alleged unpaid work, directly tagging the presidential aide in his post.
“Mr @otegaogra please pick your calls. I did my job,” the Iyawo Mi crooner wrote, sparking widespread reactions from fans and industry observers.
Following the viral post, O’tega Ogra has now issued a formal response, maintaining his composure and choosing not to delve into details of the matter. In his statement, Ogra acknowledged the public conversation but made it clear that he would not engage further.
“I see and have noted the commentary. I will not engage in explication where none is required. My record is public and stands on its merits,” he wrote.
Ogra further cautioned that any attempt to turn the issue into a personal confrontation would be met with official and possibly legal measures.
“Any further attempt to personalise a clearly institutional matter will be met with formal correction and the appropriate professional and legal redress,” he added.
While neither party has disclosed the nature of the job in question or the financial details involved, the exchange has set social media abuzz, with many Nigerians weighing in on issues of transparency, accountability, and fair compensation within both the entertainment and government sectors.
Timi Dakolo, celebrated for his soulful voice and powerful anthems such as Great Nation and Everything (Amen), is known for his professionalism and social advocacy through music. His public appeal for payment has reignited conversations about how artists and creatives often struggle to get paid promptly for their work, even from high-profile clients.
As of press time, Dakolo has not issued a follow-up statement, while O’tega Ogra’s response suggests the matter could soon take a more formal or legal turn if not resolved amicably.
