Veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwo, fondly known as Mama G, recently posted a heartwarming video of her encounter with former Nigerian First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, sparking a range of reactions from social media users.
In the video, which was shared on her Instagram page on Sunday, Ozokwo can be seen kneeling in greeting as Jonathan approached her, followed by a warm embrace between the two women.
This gesture has ignited debate online, with many netizens chiming in on the age difference between the two women.
One user, #isi_lisa, highlighted this difference, commenting, “But mama G senior this woman well well na. Mama G is 66; former First Lady is 58.”
Despite the debate, some users defended Ozokwo’s action, emphasizing respect and tradition. @Blackrosalez remarked, “Honour is something that our generation is beginning to lose. Let her kneel if that is her honour language.”
Another user, @Crestadurojaiye, added, “Let people even start to learn how to mind their own business.”
@Welovetopostuk appreciated the mutual respect between the two women, stating, “The fact that she honoured her in return is what we need to study.”
Several others echoed similar sentiments, with #lenycute01 noting, “She is just giving her honour,” and #gochy_glam adding, “She was once a First Lady, isn’t that enough?”
Another user, #lumiwizzo, commended Jonathan’s response, observing, “What a humble First Lady; she returned the respect to you by standing up to receive you.”
In her post’s caption, Ozokwo expressed her admiration for Jonathan, writing, “Dame Patience Jonathan. You are loved. Thank you.”
