Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has reacted to a viral video that captured a moment, former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi was reportedly bounced by Vatican security during Pope Leo XIV inauguration.

In a video making the rounds on social media, the former Anambra governor was seen being stopped by Vatican security officials as he attempted to access a restricted area at the grand event.

One of the officers could be heard politely but firmly informing Obi that without the proper credentials, he could not be granted entry into the designated section.

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Although Peter Obi has yet to issue an official statement on the incident, sources close to Vatican protocol explained that access to the VVIP section at papal ceremonies is strictly regulated, and even political figures are required to carry formal invitation passes vetted by the Holy See.

Reacting, Fani-Kayode in a post on his X handle, mocked Obi, saying that the former governor was “beautifully bounced” until President Bola Tinubu intervened.

He wrote, “Despite Cardinal Arinze’s noble efforts it appears that @PeterObi was not allowed in to see the Pope.

“He was beautifully bounced until @officialABAT put in a word for him and he was later allowed in to pay homage”.

According to FFK, despite the intervention, Obi was “not allowed anywhere near the Pope and instead went and paid homage to our President.

“Obidients take note: only go where you are accepted and appreciated and not where you are tolerated”.

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