Seyi Tinubu Faces Backlash Over Cash Giveaway in Kebbi State

A video showing Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, handing cash to occupants of a commercial tricycle in Kebbi State has sparked widespread criticism on social media. The footage, which has been making the rounds online, shows Seyi approaching a yellow tricycle, popularly known as a Maruwa, and engaging its occupants in a conversation before appearing to give them cash. The encounter has raised concerns about the potential for vote-buying ahead of the 2027 general elections.

During the encounter, Seyi questioned the occupants about their political allegiance, suggesting that he had visited the state because of its perceived support for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. "I heard this state supports Atiku, which was why I decided to stop. Who do you support?" he asked. This has led many to accuse him of attempting to influence voters through cash handouts. The video has triggered a mixed reaction from social media users, with many expressing their disapproval of the cash distribution.

Several social media users have criticized Seyi's actions, accusing him of trying to buy votes. @otticiaL_Gegeh questioned whether Nigerians would continue to suffer under the current administration if it secured another electoral victory. Another user, @Idanssssssss, questioned whether the money distribution amounted to vote-buying. @ManLikeIcey described the incident as shameful, arguing that Seyi should have highlighted his father's achievements rather than handing out money to potential voters.

The criticism has also centered on the source of the funds used for the cash distribution. @Adeyemi Olamilekan alleged that the government was using money generated from the removal of fuel subsidy to influence Nigerians. Meanwhile, @ssomie described the development as a poor reflection of the ruling political establishment, claiming that those in power had accumulated substantial resources ahead of the 2027 elections.

However, not all social media users have criticized Seyi's actions. @CHabeeb warned Nigerians against allowing immediate financial incentives to determine their choices at the polls. The user argued that Nigerians would have to live with the consequences of their electoral decisions after January 16, 2027, adding that collecting money while voting against one's interests could lead to regrets.

The incident has also raised concerns about the potential for vote-buying in the 2027 general elections. Many have expressed their disappointment in the ruling political establishment, accusing them of relying on financial inducements instead of providing good governance and quality leadership. @Udochukwu Azuwike accused the ruling class of using financial inducements instead of providing good governance and quality leadership.

The backlash against Seyi Tinubu's cash giveaway has highlighted the challenges facing the ruling political establishment ahead of the 2027 general elections. The incident has sparked a national conversation about the need for electoral reforms and the importance of ensuring that the electoral process is free and fair.

Key points

• The video of Seyi Tinubu handing cash to tricycle occupants has sparked widespread criticism on social media.
• Many have accused Seyi of attempting to influence voters through cash handouts ahead of the 2027 general elections.
• The incident has raised concerns about the potential for vote-buying and the need for electoral reforms.