Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has praised his father’s political journey, describing him as a man of legacy while encouraging Nigerian youths to pursue opportunities to participate in leadership and decision-making.
Seyi made the remarks on October 12, 2026, during the inaugural Seyi Tinubu Colloquium held at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. The event, themed Shaping the Future Together, brought together participants to discuss leadership, youth inclusion, innovation and Nigeria’s future.
Speaking at the gathering, the President’s son reflected on his father’s political experience and urged young Nigerians to take a more active role in shaping the country’s future.
According to reports of his address, Seyi described President Tinubu as a man of legacy who had endured challenges throughout his political career.
He also challenged young people at the event to remember their backgrounds, pursue opportunities and insist on being included in important discussions and decisions affecting society.
“Go ahead and demand to be within the room,” he told the audience, encouraging youths to seek positions where they could contribute to national development.
The remarks form part of Seyi Tinubu’s recent public defence of his father’s administration amid ongoing national conversations about economic reforms and their effects on Nigerians.
At the same colloquium, he acknowledged the hardship associated with the government’s economic reforms but argued that the decisions were intended to address longstanding challenges and create opportunities for future generations.
He pointed to policies involving fuel subsidy removal, foreign exchange reforms and taxation as significant decisions affecting how Nigeria manages its economy.
Seyi maintained that the country’s inherited problems required difficult choices, while urging Nigerians to consider the administration’s long-term objectives.
His comments come as the Tinubu administration continues to face public debate over the cost of living, employment opportunities, economic recovery and the impact of its policies on households and businesses.
Beyond praising his father, Seyi used the occasion to encourage young Nigerians to become more involved in leadership and public decision-making.
His message focused on the need for younger generations to seek opportunities to contribute ideas, influence policies and participate in institutions that shape the country.
The colloquium was established as a platform for conversations on leadership, enterprise, innovation and collaborative nation-building.
Seyi’s remarks have also drawn attention because of his growing public involvement in political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
While his praise reflects his personal assessment of his father’s political legacy, the President’s record remains a subject of wider public debate. Nigerians continue to assess the administration through its policies, economic outcomes and response to the country’s challenges.
The event concluded with a broader call for young people to move beyond criticism alone and seek constructive ways to participate in shaping Nigeria’s future.