Moment Arise TV shut down Wike’s aide, Lere, for refusing to answer Rufai’s questions [VIDEO]

On Friday, Arise TV abruptly ended its interview with Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, after a heated altercation with one of the programme's anchors, Rufai Oseni. The clash ensued when Rufai, who has previously been at odds with Olayinka, demanded that the minister's aide comment on the controversy surrounding members of President Bola Tinubu's 2027 campaign council.

Olayinka firmly responded that he was not inclined to answer questions from Rufai, insisting that the discussion should take place with "reasonable human beings." He specifically stated, "I don't want to answer any questions from you. I want this conversation to be between reasonable human beings. 'People who will not describe other people as 'Gbewudani'."

However, Ayo Mairo, another anchor on the program, disagreed with Olayinka's stance. She reminded him that the Morning Show had three anchors, and the responsibility of presenting oneself to the entire panel fell on Olayinka. Mairo stated, "We take exception to that, Mr Olayinka. Before you came to this show, I'm sure that you are aware that we have three anchors on the show.

Since you are coming to present yourself to the Morning Show, the onus is on you to present yourself to the three anchors, who are here based on their credibility." Consequently, she concluded the interview, stating that no further questions would be posed until Olayinka was prepared to engage all three anchors. She expressed gratitude for Olayinka's time that morning and hoped to see him again when he was willing to speak to all three anchors.