Seyi Tinubu can challenge his father for president – Bwala

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said that the president’s son, Seyi Tinubu, is qualified to vie for any political office in Nigeria, including the governorship of Lagos State.

Speaking on The Clarity Zone podcast uploaded to YouTube on Wednesday, Bwala dismissed claims that Seyi’s political relevance is tied solely to his father’s influence. He maintained that Seyi has carved a niche for himself as a unifier among young Nigerians.

“If Seyi Tinubu’s father is the president, what stops him from running for Lagos governor? In fact, Seyi can even challenge his father in the next election,” Bwala said.

He described Seyi as humble and unassuming despite his privileged background as the son of a former Lagos governor and now Nigeria’s president. According to him, Seyi has built strong friendships over the years and supported many young people in securing government opportunities, often across party lines.

“At some point, he was even criticised for appointing people who were mostly Obidients. That shows he does not operate with bias,” Bwala noted.

The presidential aide also recalled occasions when he publicly criticised the Tinubu administration without it straining his relationship with Seyi, describing him as mature enough to separate personal ties from politics.

Unlike the children of many past Nigerian leaders, Bwala added, Seyi Tinubu has not been linked to scandals or controversies.

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“You will never see him attacking people on social media, even though his father is one of the most vilified leaders in recent times. He has maintained cordial relationships, even with critics of this government,” he said.

Bwala further urged Nigerians to judge Seyi Tinubu based on their personal interactions rather than secondhand perceptions.

“Until you encounter someone personally, don’t form an opinion. Too many people inherit other people’s grievances without direct experience,” he concluded.