Dino Melaye faces backlash over $3.9 million James Bond car

Nigerian politician and former senator, Dino Melaye, has once again set social media buzzing after sharing a video of a luxury car — a 1956 James Bond classic reportedly worth $3.9 million — on his page.

In the short clip, Melaye flaunts the vintage car’s pristine interior, clearly admiring its craftsmanship and elegance. But it was his caption that stirred the real reaction:
“My people, check out this 1956 James Bond car. 3.9 million USD. Should I say YES… Should I say NO?”

The post quickly ignited a wave of mixed reactions online. While some of his followers urged him to go ahead with the extravagant purchase, applauding his taste for vintage luxury, others were less impressed, suggesting the money could be better used for charitable or developmental causes that would benefit everyday Nigerians.

A number of users even doubted the authenticity of the post, questioning whether the former senator truly had the financial muscle to pull off such a lavish buy.

This isn’t the first time Dino Melaye has made headlines for his flamboyant lifestyle, often showcasing luxury cars and fashion choices on his social media pages. Still, this latest post has reignited the age-old debate over the responsibilities of public figures when it comes to wealth, display, and social impact.

Read some netizens’ reactions below;

@Mazajee: You don’t have the money

@mindtalks: What if just what if you used that money to build solar farms to power hospitals in Kogi state don’t you think that would be better?

@pollnigerian: Better say no, else you will go bankrupt

@moneski: Imagine using the people’s money to buy car while the people’s are busy debating either YES OR NO ‍♂️

@polom77: SDM,

We know say you no get $3.9m to buy that small car!

Moreover, if the car was worth it, one Saudi billionaire would have bought it!

Come back and build a factory for your people at home!

@olufemi: Buying this car for 3.9M USD is a complete waste of money. You can use that money to better the lives of industrious and vibrant youths in your state and they’ll work for you in the next election. Buying this will make people feel they made a good decision by not voting for you.
As the reactions continue to pour in, Melaye is yet to clarify whether the post was a genuine consideration or simply another show of flair.