Seyi Tinubu Qualified To Be Lagos Governor – Tinubu’s Minister
The Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has described Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, as qualified to contest for the Lagos State governorship position.
Naija News reports that Olawande made this assertion during his appearance on the Mic On podcast amid growing speculation about Tinubu’s potential gubernatorial ambition in 2027.
Olawande addressed the rumours directly, emphasizing Seyi’s readiness for leadership.
“He’s not too young to become a governor,” the minister said, adding that Seyi has the qualifications and training necessary to excel in public office.
“He’s a well-trained young man who has built a lot of young people even before his father became President,” Olawande noted. He further highlighted Tinubu’s commitment to leadership and his willingness to contribute to Nigeria’s development.
Speculation about Seyi Tinubu’s possible bid for the Lagos governorship began in 2024 after endorsements by groups such as the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL).
Despite these endorsements, Seyi Tinubu has remained silent on the matter, refraining from confirming or denying any political ambitions.
The Youth Development Minister was quick to clarify that the younger Tinubu is not the one orchestrating the campaigns.
“Seyi is not the one engineering the campaign to become the next governor of Lagos State,” Olawande said, dissociating him from the ongoing advocacy by various groups.
