Tag: Seyi Tinubu

“You should’ve sent Seyi’s ‘excessive’ security escort to Benin”, Soyinka tells Tinubu

Aminu Imam
Soyinka tells Tinubu

Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the composition of his son, Seyi Tinubu’s security details, saying the President should have deployed the security team to quell the coup attempt in Benin Republic instead of troops. He said this on Tuesday during an award ceremony held at one of the centres named after him, where he recounted a recent encounter that informed his position. Soyinka argued that the President did not need to engage the Air Force or military for intervention in the Benin Republic…

Read More

Northern youths storm Kano mosque, hold prayers for Seyi Tinubu

Aminu Imam
Kano youths Seyi Tinubu

…Says ‘he deserves this honour’ Some Northern youths on Friday gathered at Ansar-Ud-Deen Society Mosque, Sabon-Gari in Kano, where they held special prayers as part of activities to mark the 40th birthday of President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu.  The youths who gathered under the auspices of Youth Alliance for Northern Development (YAND), prayed to God to grant Seyi Tinubu a long life and prosperity as he celebrated his 40th birthday.  The Convener of the group, Seyi Olorunsola, told journalists that the special prayer session was part of the activities…

Read More

2027: “Seyi Tinubu can take on father in Presidential race” – Bwala

Aminu Imam
Bwala on Tinubus

…Dismisses hunger crisis as ‘old story’ Presidential aide, Daniel Bwala has sparked fresh controversy after suggesting that President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi, has what it takes to challenge his father in the 2027 elections – while also dismissing growing complaints of hunger under the current administration as “nothing new”. Speaking on a podcast, Bwala praised Seyi Tinubu’s humility and resilience, noting that the president’s son has avoided scandals and built alliances even with critics of the administration. He insisted that nothing prevents Seyi from contesting any office, including the presidency…

Read More

2027: “Seyi Tinubu can become next Lagos Gov.”  -  Youth Minister

Aminu Imam
Youth Min on Seyi Tinubu

Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has amplified the narrative about Seyi Tinubu, President Bola Tinubu’s son, to become the next Governor of Lagos State. Conversations about Seyi succeeding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu started late last year when a socio-political organisation, Friends of Seyi Tinubu (FOST) endorsed him for the number one political office in the State.  Speaking in an interview during a television programme at the weekend, Olawande, who described Seyi as his leader and mentor, said the President’s son has the capacity to lead Lagos State. The Minister argued…

Read More

Atiku condemns military honours for President’s son, Seyi

Aminu Imam
Atiku condemns

…Calls for probe Former vice-president Atiku Abubakar has criticised the military-style parade organised for Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, describing it as a violation of military tradition. In a statement by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku called the event an ‘aberration’, questioning the legitimacy of the group: ‘Nigeria Cadet Network’, which staged the parade. He noted that the group is unregistered, and that its use of firearms by civilians raises security concerns. Atiku further questioned the legitimacy of the military-like outfit involved, stating that the so-called group,…

Read More

You cant be Lagos gov. in 2027 – Lagos youthsto Seyi Tinubu

Aminu Imam
Lagos youths 2 Seyi

Youths, under the aegis of Coalition of Lagos Indigenous Youths, have rejected the recent endorsement of the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Seyi, for Lagos State Governorship contest in 2027 by a group known as Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), saying there is no vacancy for non-indigene to occupy Alausa Government House. The Coalition, which made this declaration yesterday, in an issued statement, signed by its President, AbdulKareem Whyte, added that those promoting the ambition of a non-indigene ahead of the scheduled time should perish the thought  based…

Read More

Borno Flood: First Son, Seyi Tinubu, associates donate ?500m to victims

Aminu Imam
Seyi Tinubu

As questions are raised on source of funds Son of Nigerias President, Bola Tinubu, Seyi, trecently visited Maiduguri, Borno State, to provide aid to victims of the devastating flood that ravaged the city. Accompanied by his brother Yinka, friends, and associates, Seyi made a generous donation of over N500 million to support those affected. Seyi, known for his philanthropic efforts, especially towards youth empowerment, emphasised that this visit was just the beginning of his commitment to alleviating the suffering of young people impacted by the flood. He praised the resilience…

Read More

Sokoto: Governor faces backlash for naming road after Tinubu’s son

Aminu Imam
Sokoto Gov Seyi Tinubu

Sokoto State Governor, Ahmad Aliyu is under fire for renaming a road in the Dtate after son of President Bola Tinubu, Seyi. Previously known as Pepsi Road, the road was set to be inaugurated on June 3 by Katsina State Governor Umaru Dikko Ra??a, but the event was postponed. On Saturday, a photo of the newly named Seyi Ahmed Bola Tinubu Road circulated widely on social media, sparking controversy ahead of its rescheduled inauguration, the date for which remains unannounced. Critics argue that Governor Aliyus decision lacks justification, as Seyi…

Read More

Outrage, as Presidency confirms awarding N15tr contract to Chagoury-Seyi Tinubus firm

Aminu Imam
Chagoury Seyi

The unfolding allegation that President Bola Tinubu awarded the Lagos-Calabar Coastal highway project contract to Gilbert Chagourys company, in which hus son, Seyi sits on its Board, has sparked critical reactions online. In a recently posted statement, opposition leader Atiku Abubakar berated the Tinubu-led administration, accusing it of inflating the Lagos-Calabar coastal road project to favour his son and his ally, Chagoury. The Presidency, reacting to Abubakars criticisms on Monday, claimed the Presidents sons involvement with Chagourys firm is immaterial, condemning Atiku for complaining about the deal. A statement issued…

Read More