President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said his son, Seyi Tinubu, is pursuing his political cause rather than seeking a specific political office, following growing public interest in the younger Tinubu’s political activities ahead of the 2027 general election.
Tinubu made the remarks on Monday at an event organised by the City Boy Movement in Abuja, where he praised Seyi for mobilising young Nigerians and encouraging their participation in political activities.
Key Highlights
- President Tinubu says Seyi Tinubu is pursuing his political cause rather than a specific political office.
- The President made the remarks at a City Boy Movement event in Abuja.
- Tinubu praised his son for mobilising young Nigerians and engaging them in political activities.
- Seyi Tinubu’s growing political visibility has fuelled speculation about a possible elective office.
- The President did not confirm whether his son intends to contest any position in 2027.
Tinubu Explains Seyi’s Political Ambition
Speaking at the event, the President disclosed that he had received calls from people seeking clarification about his son’s political ambitions as Seyi’s involvement with the City Boy Movement attracted public attention.
“Now permit me a personal moment, with my son, Seyi. I have watched what you’ve started with City Boy. I got some calls within the last few weeks asking me what is Seyi running for. He’s running after his father,” Tinubu said.
The President praised Seyi and members of the City Boy Movement for engaging young people, listening to their concerns and organising political activities without necessarily demanding political positions or government appointments.
He expressed pride in the initiative and encouraged members of the movement to sustain their mobilisation efforts.
Seyi Tinubu’s Role in City Boy Movement
Seyi Tinubu has become increasingly visible in political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general election through the City Boy Movement, which has been associated with efforts to build support for his father’s political ambitions.
His growing involvement has generated public discussion about whether he intends to contest an elective position and the role of relatives of political officeholders in election campaigns.
However, President Tinubu’s remarks did not identify any specific political office his son intends to seek or confirm that he would contest an election in 2027.
Instead, the President presented Seyi’s activities as an effort to advance his political cause and support his father’s bid for another term in office.
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Tinubu’s Comments Come Ahead of 2027 Elections
The President’s comments come as political mobilisation continues ahead of the 2027 general election, with political parties and support groups expected to intensify efforts to attract young voters and strengthen grassroots support.
Youth participation, campaign organisation and the activities of political support groups are likely to remain prominent issues as preparations for the election progress.
Tinubu’s remarks have offered some insight into how he views his son’s political involvement, although questions about Seyi’s personal electoral ambitions remain unanswered.
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