Seyi Tinubu, the son of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, has vehemently denied accusations of bribery, abduction, and assault made by Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah, who claims to be the president of a faction within the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS).
Isah alleges that Seyi Tinubu offered him a ₦100 million bribe, orchestrated his abduction, and subjected him to physical assault. These allegations have attracted considerable attention, but lack supporting evidence.
Seyi Tinubu responded to the claims via an Instagram post, stating his disbelief and calling the accusations an attempt to defame his character. He asserted that he has never met Comrade Isah, nor has he been involved in any of the alleged incidents.
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has also refuted the allegations, dismissing them as baseless and designed to create division and damage reputations. NANS Senate President, Comrade Akinteye Babatunde, emphasized the organization’s commitment to transparency and accountability in its leadership transition process.
A group called Friends of Seyi Tinubu (FOST) has also defended Seyi Tinubu, describing the allegations as unfounded and malicious. FOST President, Comrade Adejorin Tai Manuel, highlighted Seyi Tinubu’s consistent support for student and youth initiatives.
The article emphasizes the lack of corroborating evidence for Isah’s claims, noting the absence of audio, video, documentation, or witnesses. It suggests the accusations may be an attempt to discredit Seyi Tinubu and, by extension, his father’s administration. The article concludes by highlighting Seyi Tinubu’s history of supporting youth initiatives and calls for critical assessment of the claims, emphasizing the principle of presumed innocence.
