Call me TOE or Mr Elumelu: Viral video sparks debate over workplace first-name culture

The Punch | 21-08-2026 11:05am |

A viral video showing Tony Elumelu correcting a trainee who greeted him with "Good morning, Tony" has sparked a debate on workplace first-name culture in Nigeria. Elumelu insisted on being addressed as "TOE" or "Mr. Elumelu," highlighting a cultural clash between traditional respect and modern informality. The video has generated widespread discussion on social media about appropriate workplace etiquette. Many have weighed in on the expectations of senior professionals in Nigerian corporate environments.

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