The Middle-Belt Forum has commended the leadership qualities of Seyi Tinubu, stating that his record of inclusivity and empowerment mirrors that of his father, President Bola Tinubu.
In a statement, the group emphasized that Sey Tinubu’s efforts in fostering unity among various tribes and religions in Lagos make him uniquely positioned to govern a state characterized by its diversity.
The forum noted, “Only a detribalized and accommodating individual like Seyi Tinubu can successfully manage Lagos State, home to people of different ethnicities and faiths.
“Who else will the people in Lagos support if Seyi Tinubu accepts to run for the highest office in Lagos State? Seyi knows no tribe, no religion and no gender. He believes in all people irrespective of their tribe and religion. Those of us from the middle belt are mostly at a disadvantage in mix-tribal state such as Lagos. With Seyi Tinubu in the saddle, there is no doubt that our interest will be protected.”
Speaking on the unique personality of Mr Tinubu, the group said, “There are many sons and daughters of presidents across the country whom we have carefully assessed. Many of them have been scored very low in terms of inter-personal relations. Most of them don’t come close to people but Seyi is exceptionally different.
“His limitless link to other tribes makes it possible for us to adjudge him as one of the most detribalized young persons in Nigeria currently. He will surely address the tribal sentiments and grudges many of us bear in Lagos. To crown it, he has firm roots to the south east as he is married to a South Easterner. This is a plus.
“In the wake of the massive flood in Borno, Seyi was quick in his response. We saw how he mobilized his friends and colleagues to the flood-ravaged state and donated massively. How many president’s sons or daughters have been actively involved in such a rescue mission? He is exceptionally good.
“His office is for all tribes and religion. There is no tribe or religion from what we have gathered that is not found working with him.
“We wish to state that the Lagos chapter of the middle-Belt youths received the nod of the national body in Abuja to go ahead with this endorsement having evaluated the effort of Mr Seyi Tinubu towards national integration and youths activism.
“We are aware of his roles towards empowerment of youths of all tribes in the past one year and this is what modern leadership entails.
“Consequently, we call on Mr Seyi Tinubu to get ready to put on the leadership to come 2027. It is now or never.”
