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Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has encouraged his son, Seyi Tinubu, to step up his youth mobilisation efforts through the City Boy Movement, urging him to work harder, serve the country and set an example for future generations.
The president spoke on Monday at an event organised by the movement at the State House, Abuja, where he praised Seyi for engaging young Nigerians without seeking a political position or official title.
Tinubu recalled receiving inquiries from people asking whether his son intended to contest for political office.
“Now permit me a personal moment, with my son, Seyi. I have watched what you’ve started with City Boy. I got some calls within the last few weeks asking me what is Seyi running for. He’s running after his father,” Tinubu said.
He commended Seyi and other members of the movement for dedicating their time to reaching out to young people, listening to their concerns and organising them.
However, the president stressed that the work was only beginning, urging his son to expand his efforts and demonstrate greater commitment to public service.
“You and your young colleagues, you are investing your time effectively. We are with you. Thank you. You did it humbly. You did not ask for a title or an office.
“You went to the young people, your age groups, your group. You listened to them and you organized them. I am proud of all of you,” the President said.
“But I will tell you what every father tells his son. You have only started. Do more.
“Go further. Serve harder. Set an example that your own children, my grandchildren, will be proud to follow,” he said.
Tinubu also called on young Nigerians to view serving their country as an honour, noting that the public would be watching how the next generation contributes to national development.
“Nigeria is watching so they know that to serve your country is the highest honour,” he said.
Seyi Tinubu serves as patron of the City Boy Movement, a group that mobilises young people in support of the president’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The organisation has carried out grassroots activities to encourage youth engagement in public affairs.
The president’s comments come as Seyi’s political activities and growing public profile continue to attract attention.
At a colloquium marking his 41st birthday in Lagos on October 12, Seyi urged young Nigerians to take part in decision-making and play an active role in shaping the country’s future.
