Northern Youth Frontiers has backed Seyi Tinubu over his Gwandu traditional title, describing it as recognition of his youth and community work

The Northern Youth Frontiers, Northwest Zone, has expressed support for the traditional title conferred on Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, by the Emir of Gwandu in Kebbi State.

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The organisation described the recognition as an acknowledgement of what it called Seyi Tinubu’s contributions to youth empowerment, community development and humanitarian activities across Nigeria.

Seyi was turbaned as Dan Zaki Gwandu, meaning “Son of the Lion of Gwandu”, by the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashar, on Wednesday, November 11, at the historic Abdullahi Fodiyo Palace in Birnin Kebbi.

The Emir reportedly described the title as the first of its kind in the history of the Gwandu Emirate.

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In a congratulatory statement issued on Thursday, November 12, the Northwest Coordinator of Northern Youth Frontiers, Saminu Turaki, said the honour reflected Seyi’s involvement in initiatives aimed at improving the lives of young people and supporting communities.

Turaki described the conferment as more than a ceremonial recognition, saying it demonstrated the importance of service, leadership and relationships that cut across ethnic and cultural boundaries.

“This historic honour reflects the enduring bonds of friendship, mutual respect and national unity among Nigeria’s diverse peoples, highlighting the critical role traditional institutions play as custodians of our culture and national cohesion,” he said.

The organisation also expressed solidarity with Seyi as he assumes the responsibilities associated with the traditional title.

It said it expected him to uphold the values of courage, humility, leadership and selfless service associated with the honour.

“We are confident that he will embody the core values of courage, leadership, humility and selfless service associated with this esteemed title. We encourage him to let this honour further inspire his commitment to empowering young Nigerians and promoting peaceful coexistence,” Turaki added.

The group urged the President’s son to use the recognition as an opportunity to expand initiatives that create opportunities for young Nigerians and strengthen peaceful coexistence across the country.

It also wished him wisdom and strength in carrying out the responsibilities associated with the title.

Meanwhile, the conferment has attracted different reactions from public figures. Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani, for instance, advised traditional institutions against conferring titles on serving government officials and their immediate family members, arguing that such honours should come after their time in public office.

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President Tinubu, however, welcomed the recognition, urging his son to treat it as a responsibility to demonstrate humility, leadership and commitment to public service.