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Facts Behind Rumors of Tinubu's Plan to Make Seyi Tinubu the Governor of Lagos State by Alphonso Olajide

In Nigerian political discourse, the idea of dynastic succession is not new. Recent speculation that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu may be grooming his son, Seyi Tinubu, for the governorship of Lagos State has gained traction, fueled by specific events and historical patterns. The rumors intensified when Seyi Tinubu represented Nigeria in high-profile diplomatic engagements, including a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron. While the Tinubu family has not officially confirmed these ambitions, several deep-rooted factors support this speculation.
1. A Tradition of Political Dynasties in Nigeria

Nigeria’s political landscape has long been dominated by families who pass the baton of power within their ranks. Prominent examples include the Sarakis in Kwara and the Yar’Aduas in Katsina. As a former Lagos State Governor and now President, Tinubu’s political network and history suggest a possible inclination toward securing his family’s political future, starting with Lagos State, his stronghold.
2. Seyi Tinubu’s Increasing Visibility on the Global Stage

Seyi Tinubu’s participation in high-profile meetings, such as his engagement with French President Emmanuel Macron, is unusual for someone with no official government position. This move hints at a deliberate strategy to position him as an influential figure both locally and internationally. By placing Seyi in diplomatic and strategic roles, Tinubu may be bolstering his son’s credentials for future leadership roles, including the Lagos governorship.
3. Control Over Lagos’ Political Machinery

Bola Tinubu’s deep control over Lagos politics cannot be overstated. As the architect of the modern Lagos State political structure, Tinubu’s influence in determining key political appointments and elections is unrivaled. This dominance enables him to position his son within the system, potentially paving the way for a governorship bid with minimal resistance.
4. Seyi’s Growing Influence in Lagos Business and Social Circles

Seyi Tinubu’s business endeavors, particularly through Loatsad Promomedia, and his philanthropic activities, have increased his visibility and acceptance in Lagos society. This growing influence reflects strategic groundwork to establish a strong grassroots presence and align him with the aspirations of Lagosians. Such maneuvers are often precursors to political ambitions.
5. Continuity of the Tinubu Legacy

President Tinubu has frequently spoken about his developmental vision for Lagos State, often described as the “Tinubu blueprint.” Ensuring continuity of this vision may involve installing someone he deeply trusts. Seyi, as a family member, represents a natural choice to continue his father’s legacy, securing the Tinubu family’s imprint on Lagos governance for another generation.
6. Speculation as a Reaction to Unusual Political Patterns

Skeptics have pointed to Seyi Tinubu’s increasing prominence in affairs traditionally reserved for elected officials or government appointees as a sign of grooming for political office. Critics see these moves, including his representation in official meetings, as a calculated strategy to build Seyi’s profile and normalize his presence in governance spaces.
Seyi Tinubu and the Macron Meeting: A Strategic Signal?

Seyi Tinubu’s attendance at the meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron raised eyebrows and fueled speculation. Diplomacy at this level is typically reserved for elected officials or top-ranking appointees, making his involvement a significant anomaly. Analysts suggest this move serves multiple purposes:

Building an International Profile: Establishing Seyi as a credible international figure who can represent Lagos or Nigeria on the global stage.
Reinforcing Tinubu’s Family Influence: Showcasing Seyi as part of the Tinubu political machinery’s extended network.
Testing Public Reaction: Observing how Nigerians respond to Seyi’s growing role in political and diplomatic affairs as a precursor to a potential governorship bid.

Conclusion

While there is no official declaration of Seyi Tinubu’s political ambitions, the combination of strategic positioning, his rising influence, and the Tinubu family’s dominance in Lagos politics supports speculation that he may be groomed for the governorship. The Macron meeting further reinforces these theories, signaling a broader plan to build Seyi’s profile for future leadership roles. Whether this speculation materializes into reality remains to be seen, but the signs are hard to ignore.

https://eyesoflagos.com/2024/12/02/facts-behind-rumors-of-tinubus-plan-to-make-seyi-tinubu-the-governor-of-lagos-state-by-alphonso-olajide/

Bobloco:

just today I know you are a kid oo 🤣🤣 please don't bother mentioning or quoting me again I will never ever reply you again Biko 😆🤣🤣

He is the next governor already. There is no need to argue with your feelings.

Seyi TINUBU has constitution rights to contest for governor anywhere in Nigeria

yarimo:
Seyi TINUBU has constitution rights to contest for governor anywhere in Nigeria

But he won't be governor.

yommen:
But he won't be governor.

but he has constitutional rights to contest for governor? That's simple question oo 🤣

Tinubu can even turn Nigeria to monarchical system of government I careless about it. But before that happens, we the sons and daughters of God would've seceded from the zoo, then he can comfortable hold the zoo as his personal property.

yarimo:
just today I know you are a kid oo 🤣🤣 please don't bother mentioning or quoting me again I will never ever reply you again Biko 😆🤣🤣

So, you are an adult, and you are wasting away your entire productive life here

So no be MC Oluomo again...

This politicians are gullible... We saw how one politician in Ibadan ended back then...

I smile

Lagos or Anambra ...I support Seyi
Bring that money to the SE

This is the most annoying news I have ever seen online

How can a sane person even think about it

This is the biggest pile of horse shît I've seen in a long while. You keep harping on Seyi Tinubu's involvement in official meetings and international engagements but all we as Nigerians saw was his father, the president kicking him out of a meeting in Abuja because obviously, he wasn't supposed to be there. We've only heard about one or two philanthropic gesture from him but that's aside, let's talk about France. What did Seyi Tinubu really go there to do ? He only came across as daddy's boy who insisted on being his handbag. I mean, if you really wanted to sell him to Lagosians or Nigerians as a whole, you're supposed to tell us the plans or proposals he tabled before Macron and how they would benefit Nigerians as an investment.
You guys don't know how to sell a pencil to an art student and you're only making Seyi Tinubu look bad, I just pray he didn't pay you guys for this junk and if Seyi himself wants to really become governor then he'd better hit the ground running with a proper strategy team who'll involve him with speaking engagements, lectures and a battery of interviews across different media. He has age on his side therefore, shouldn't behave like all these olden days politicians who're also eyeing the position. Giving an impression that he's depending on daddy's influence is a major negative for him. I'm not supposed to give you clowns this expo but you're all too damn dúmb to utilize common sense. Tell Seyi Tinubu to call me and I'll plant him right in the minds of every Nigerian till Lagosians themselves crawl and beg for him

malali:
Lagosians have the constitutional rights to decline him governing them in the ballots and online ? That's simple answer oo

his has constitutional rights to contest for governor or not? Isn't that simple question

I wonder where he gets the confidence from. One would have thought that having a failure and a disaster as a father would be enough to discourage him.

yarimo:
his has constitutional rights to contest for governor or not? Isn't that simple question

If Biden could grant his son pardon, it would take Tinubu extra grace to look away

Omo Eni kii'shedi bebere ka gbeleke sidi omo elomiran.
(Respect to the Elders and Biggy South Ladies)

DiamondsAreFore:
I wonder where he gets the confidence from. One would have thought that having a failure and a disaster as a father would be enough to discourage him.

seyi TINUBU has constitutional rights to contest for governor in Nigeria or not? Isn't that simple question

DiamondsAreFore:
I wonder where he gets the confidence from. One would have thought that having a failure and a disaster as a father would be enough to discourage him.

Even the scripture admonished that pay very little heed to everything you hear, least you here a slave curse his Master.

Nothing new under the sun, you are entitled to your opinion in your abjectness.

Nobody is questioning that right. I was just wondering what gives him the confidence to run when everyone knows his father who is propping him up is a political disaster and a liability?

yarimo:
seyi TINUBU has constitutional rights to contest for governor in Nigeria or not? Isn't that simple question

yarimo:
seyi TINUBU has constitutional rights to contest for governor in Nigeria or not? Isn't that simple question

Don’t mind the Mumus giving him free publicity in their we no go gree mentality.

I doubt that you have ever read Scripture because I wasn’t making a statement based on hearsay.
Everyone with a functioning brain knows exactly what I'm talking about, so I don't have any hard feelings against you.

sapele914:
Even the scripture admonished that pay very little heed to everything you hear, least you here a slave curse his Master.

Nothing new under the sun, you are entitled to your opinion in your abjectness.

DiamondsAreFore:
Nobody is questioning that right. I was just wondering what gives him the confidence to run when everyone knows his father who is propping him up is a political disaster and a liability?

I am not asking if anybody is questioning that rights that is your business with them, just answer my simple question. Seyi TINUBU has constitutional rights to contest for governor in Nigeria or not just simple question and you must answer it you like it or not

DiamondsAreFore:
I doubt that you have ever read Scripture because I wasn’t making a statement based on hearsay.
Everyone with a functioning brain knows exactly what I'm talking about, so I don't have any hard feelings against you.

Faceless Nonentities will always make the most noise on social media, in real life na you go dey open gate for them for 4 Seasons Sheraton.

So why the aggression over something that I never even debated?
You're sounding immature and insecure

Have some faith in your messiah because I guarantee you that he will need the support of as many gullible and brainless people as he can deceive ahead of 2027.

yarimo:
I am not asking if anybody is questioning that rights that is your business with them, just answer my simple question. Seyi TINUBU has constitutional rights to contest for governor in Nigeria or not just simple question and you must answer it you like it or not

Can't you answer simple question? I have no any business with your long thrash

DiamondsAreFore:
So why the aggression over something that I never even debated?
You're sounding immature and insecure

Have some faith in your messiah because I guarantee you that he will need the support of as many gullible and brainless people as he can deceive ahead of 2027.

If I'm a Faceless nonentity, what does that make you?
Even prostitutes don't sell their bodies the way you sold that pathetic thing you call a mind.

sapele914:
Faceless Nonentities will always make the most noise on social media, in real life na you go dey open gate for them for 4 Seasons Sheraton.

How many times must I answer a simple question before it penetrates into your brain? Even people with Downes Syndrome are not this difficult to teach.

yarimo:
Can't you answer simple question? I have no any business with your long thrash

DiamondsAreFore:
If I'm a Faceless nonentity, what does that make you?
Even prostitutes don't sell their bodies the way you sold that pathetic thing you call a mind.

Nobody dash Tinubu President of Nigeria, he worked & schemed for it, you minnows laughed at him when he made his intentions to run, he shamed u & them, Seyi’s Father is a Failure, but you nonentity amongst the 220 million Nigerians, your own Father is a success abi? Only on a faceless forum can one say such boldly.

It is a known fact that poor people cannot think outside their immediate existence.

All these petty fake rumor..

yommen:
But he won't be governor.

Omo, dem like the guy for Lagos o. You have no clue!

Personally, I think it’s all fake news and rumor. But if the guy contest, forget it. Even GRV go vote for ham!

Olamide do call him *Face of Lagos*