There Was No Superiority!” – Segun Showunmi Reveals What Truly Impressed Him About Seyi Tinubu

A former presidential aspirant, Segun Showunmi, has praised Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, for what he described as his efforts to uphold and build on his father’s legacy.

Showunmi described Seyi as a young man working diligently to justify the confidence placed in him while earning recognition through hard work and commitment.

He expressed his admiration in a post on his handle following a visit to the office of the City Boy Movement, where he said he was impressed by both the organisation’s leadership style and its approach to youth mobilisation.

According to Showunmi, Seyi is “a son worthy of admiration,” particularly because of the inclusive culture he observed within the movement.

He noted that the organisation brings together young Nigerians from diverse ethnic, religious and social backgrounds.

“No father can have a son like Seyi Tinubu and not be deeply thankful to Almighty God,” Showunmi wrote.

He also congratulated President Tinubu, describing it as one of the greatest blessings for a parent to see their values reflected in their children.

“Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I am genuinely happy for you. There are many achievements a man may record in public life, but among the greatest blessings bestowed upon any father is to see his values reflected in his children,” he said.

Showunmi added that he saw in Seyi “a young man who is working hard to justify the confidence reposed in him and to earn his place through effort and commitment.”

The former Atiku spokesperson said the structure of the City Boy Movement also demonstrated deliberate leadership, pointing out that women and persons living with disabilities were represented within the organisation.

However, he said what impressed him most was not the physical structure of the movement but the culture he witnessed during his visit.

Showunmi said he observed Seyi interacting closely with members of his team and was particularly impressed by the way he treated his staff.

“What struck me most, however, was not the structure but the culture. I watched Seyi interact with his team. I saw him share snacks with members of his back-end staff.

“There was no air of superiority, no unnecessary distance. Respect flowed naturally. The people around him appeared motivated not merely because they worked with him, but because they felt valued by him,” he wrote.

According to Showunmi, genuine leadership is often revealed outside the public spotlight. He therefore commended Seyi for what he described as humility, dedication and commitment to service.

“The seeds you are planting today will bear fruit tomorrow. The hours you spend, the sacrifices you make, and the bridges you are building across our national divides will not go unnoticed,” he said.

He further noted that Seyi’s activities could strengthen the political cause he supports while showing that political participation can be “organised, inclusive, respectful, and purposeful.”

Showunmi stressed that Nigeria needs young people who are willing to bring others together and serve with humility.

“Every father desires a son who will add value to his legacy. Every nation needs young men and women prepared to work, unite people, and serve with humility. From what I have seen, Seyi Tinubu is striving to be such a man,” he said.

He concluded by describing Seyi as a younger brother whose “dedication, energy, and commitment to service” had made him proud.