Nollywood actor and comedian Lege Miami has opened up about being excluded from a video tribute celebrating Seyi Tinubu’s 40th birthday, revealing that his segment was reportedly cut due to his limited command of English.
In a heartfelt video shared on social media, Lege expressed disappointment but took full responsibility for the situation, admitting that his struggle with fluent English might have been the reason his part was left out of the final documentary.
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According to the actor, Seyi Tinubu’s team had visited his home to record a message for the celebrant, but his video was eventually excluded from the final cut.
“I am responsible for my predicament because I am the one who doesn’t speak good English,” Lege said. “If I speak good English, Seyi Tinubu will include me among people who speak good English and are rich.”
He, however, made it clear that Seyi Tinubu, son of Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was not to be blamed for the omission, describing him as a close friend and a good person.
“They brought a camera to my house, they recorded me, and I wished Seyi Tinubu a happy birthday. Seyi’s aides, we know ourselves in the same group, and Seyi removed me from the documentary, but it’s not Seyi’s fault, don’t blame him.
Seyi is a good friend. However, if I were to be a good English speaker or I package myself well on social media, they will include me.”
Lege urged his followers to stop tagging Seyi Tinubu in posts about the issue, insisting that the businessman and philanthropist had no hand in the decision.
“Seyi is my friend, my paddy, our President’s son. Stop tagging me, it’s unbearable. Is it Seyi that’s responsible for my inability to speak good English? Because I couldn’t speak good English, Seyi refused to add my video to the post. Seyi is not responsible, I caused it myself.”
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Lege’s candid confession has since sparked reactions online, with many fans praising his humility and honesty, while others expressed sympathy for him.
Known for his comedic skits and outspoken personality, Lege Miami, whose real name is Adams Kehinde, has carved a niche in Nollywood for his humorous takes on social and political issues.
Despite occasionally facing criticism for his grammar and outspoken nature, he remains one of the industry’s most recognisable comic figures.
Seyi Tinubu, who turned 40 recently, was celebrated by family, friends, and public figures in a grand event that included a tribute video featuring notable Nigerians across politics, business, and entertainment.
While Lege’s clip did not make the final cut, his reaction has shown a mix of self-awareness and grace, turning what could have been a controversy into a moment of personal reflection.
“It’s not Seyi’s fault,” Lege reiterated. “Next time, I’ll package myself better. I’ll speak good English. That one no go happen again.”
