During an interview on Channels Television, Senator Ali Ndume had a tense but light-hearted exchange with the program’s anchor, following comments about confrontations in the Senate.
The moment came after Okinbaloye jokingly remarked that Ndume might be too old to engage in fights on the Senate floor and could end up being beaten. The comment prompted a swift response from the senator, who pushed back at the suggestion.
According to him, “I don't pick a fight that I cannot win. Like you now, if you try me, I'll beat you up because I know I can beat you. At the end of this meeting, let's go out, and you'll see how I'll deal with you.”
Ndume made the statement in a joking tone as both men continued the discussion without any physical altercation. He appeared to frame his response as a show of confidence rather than a literal threat, maintaining composure as the interview progressed.
The exchange occurred amid a broader conversation about disagreements within the Senate and how lawmakers handle tensions during plenary sessions. Ndume had been addressing perceptions of confrontations among senators when the anchor introduced the humorous remark about age and physical strength.
Following the comment, the discussion returned to legislative matters, with the senator continuing to defend his positions on internal Senate dynamics. The interview proceeded without disruption, as both men resumed a more measured tone while discussing governance and accountability.
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