VIDEO : Seyi Tinubu faces backlash over cash giveaway to tricycle occupants in Kebbi

Nigerians have criticised Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, after a video showing him handing money to occupants of a commercial tricycle in Kebbi State sparked reactions on social media.

The footage showed Seyi approaching a yellow tricycle, popularly known as a Maruwa, before engaging its occupants in a conversation and subsequently appearing to give them cash.

During the encounter, the president’s son 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.

The video triggered criticism from several social media users, with some accusing Seyi of attempting to influence voters through cash handouts ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Reacting to the development, @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.

Similarly, @ManLikeIcey described the incident as shameful, arguing that Seyi should have highlighted his father’s achievements rather than handing out money to potential voters.

@Adeyemi Olamilekan also criticised the cash distribution, alleging 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.

Another commenter, @Udochukwu Azuwike, accused the ruling class of relying on financial inducements instead of providing good governance and quality leadership.

However, @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.

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