“Go forward and demand to be in the room” — Seyi Tinubu tells youths to emulate his father

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has urged Nigerian youths to demand opportunities to participate in leadership and decision-making, citing his father’s political journey as an example of perseverance and legacy.

Seyi made the call while speaking at the Seyi Tinubu Colloquium, where he encouraged young people to recognise their potential and push for greater representation in positions of influence.

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He described his father as a man whose political career had been defined by legacy, noting that the president had endured challenges throughout his journey.

Addressing the gathering, Seyi Tinubu said young Nigerians should not hesitate to seek opportunities to contribute to national development and leadership.

He said, “…My father, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is a man of legacy, and he has endured this in his political career.”

He also challenged young people at the event to remember their backgrounds and pursue opportunities to participate in important discussions and decisions.

Seyi added, “I challenge today all the youths in this room to go forward and remember where we came from, and go forward and demand to be given a chance.”

He further encouraged them to insist on being included in spaces where decisions affecting society are made.

“Go forward and demand to be in the room,” he said.

Seyi Tinubu’s remarks centre on the importance of youth participation in leadership, particularly in a country where young people continue to seek greater involvement in governance and public affairs.

His message also highlights the role of persistence in pursuing opportunities, encouraging young Nigerians to make their voices heard rather than wait for positions to be offered to them.

However, the statement provided no specific policy proposals or details of initiatives to increase youth representation.

His appeal places the question of youth inclusion and access to leadership opportunities at the centre of the discussion.

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