**Rufai Oseni's Stand on Bwala-Mehdi Interview Clash Sparks Debate** In a recent interview on Al Jazeera, President Bola Tinubu's media aide, Daniel Bwala, found himself at the receiving end of tough questioning from anchor Mehdi Hasan. The exchange quickly went viral and sparked a heated debate across Nigeria, with many calling for Bwala's removal due to his perceived inability to respond to Hasan's questions. However, this development has given a boost to Arise TV show host Rufai Oseni, who has long been criticized for his assertive interviewing style. Oseni, who recently had an online exchange with Bwala, claims that the controversy surrounding the Bwala-Mehdi interview has vindicated his approach to questioning guests. According to Oseni, he has often been accused of being rude and unprofessional for asking tough questions during his interviews. However, in the wake of the Bwala-Mehdi interview, many Nigerians have praised Hasan for using a similar approach, which has led to Oseni feeling vindicated. As Oseni pointed out, if he were to ask Bwala or any other guest a question like Hasan did, he would be accused of being impolite and unprofessional. But Hasan's condescending tone and direct approach towards Bwala have been widely praised, with many Nigerians applauding his style of questioning. This development raises questions about what constitutes good journalism and how Nigerians perceive different interviewing styles. While some may see Oseni's approach as confrontational, others may view Hasan's style as refreshing and necessary in today's journalistic landscape. In the Nigerian context, this debate is timely, given the country's recent experiences with government officials dodging questions and avoiding accountability. As the media continues to play a crucial role in holding those in power accountable, the approach taken by journalists such as Oseni and Hasan will likely be closely watched and debated by Nigerians.