A recent video capturing the moment Nigerian actor Alex Ekubo tried to initiate a handshake with billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote has taken social media by storm.
In the video shared on social media platforms, Alex Ekubo was seen in company of Obi Cubana as they linked up with Aliko Dangote and Femi Otedola at a foreign hotel.
In the clip, Cubana exchanged pleasantries with Dangote as he respectfully extended his hand to shake the Nigerian’s richest family.
Alex Ekubo, known for his charming roles and charismatic presence, also approached Aliko Dangote. With a warm smile, Ekubo extends his hand in an attempt to greet the business mogul but unfortunately, he was ignored.
In the video, Aliko Dangote looked distracted as his friend Femi Otedola approached them and greeted Obi Cubana.
The video which has since gone viral has elicited mixed reactions with some arguing that Dangote shook the actor’s hand but Otedola blocked it, while others expressed pain for Ekubo.
Some reactions are shown below:
Michael said, “Alex I feel your pain but God go run am for us”.
Olusola Obasanjo said, “Abeg make una shake Alex na”.
Ayodele Balogun said, “Dangote na Ogba, Alex wan shake he change his phone to the other hand but baba no extend hand give am”.
Onye Nnewi said, “Alex hide his hand ASAP. I love the composure”.
Peter said, “You sure say that handshake with Alex later get head”
Nobie_321 said, “Lol. Alex be calming down. Make people wey dey add to the GDP of Nigeria shake”.
Official World Bank said, “Wetin Dangote do Alex no good o. Dem snub our celebrity intentionally”.
Ugochi Nwaobikeze said, “Alex looked scared to share a handshake with Dangote”.
Jose of Bogs said, “Why Alex dey hurry to shake?”.
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