Veteran actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has sparked discussion on professional etiquette in media after a brief exchange with a presenter at the Miss Nigeria Patrons and Board Dinner in Lagos.
The incident, which quickly circulated on social media, occurred during the event’s red carpet segment. In the video, the presenter approached Omotola with a broad, open-ended prompt, asking her to state her name.
The actress appeared taken aback by the approach, questioning the presenter’s level of preparation. “You are here with who? I should tell you my name? You are not ready,” she remarked.
The presenter, however, clarified that he was aware of her identity and intended only to formally introduce her to viewers.
The interaction has since drawn varied responses online, with some commending Omotola for holding media personalities to a professional standard, while others view her reaction as overly critical. The episode has reignited conversations around best practices in celebrity interviews and media preparation.