Abuja, Nigeria – APC chieftain and youth advocate, Comrade Isaac Balami, has strongly condemned the continuous online attacks on Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, describing such actions as not only unjust but also an affront to Nigerian youths and the less privileged.

Balami argued that Seyi Tinubu has consistently dedicated himself to promoting the rights and welfare of the underprivileged, making any attack on him symbolic of an attack on the values he represents. He specifically referenced a recent viral video from President Tinubu’s visit to Rome for the Pope’s inauguration, noting that it has been deliberately misrepresented to discredit Seyi Tinubu.

He criticized those he described as “contracted narrative crafters” whose sole aim is to diminish the image of the President’s son. “It’s unfortunate that in Nigerian politics, individuals who begin to gain popularity are immediately targeted with smear campaigns. This is politics of bitterness,” Balami said.

According to him, “I don’t understand why some people believe they must pull others down to rise. Seyi Tinubu doesn’t deserve this kind of treatment. His commitment to youth development is clear for all to see.”

Citing repeated social media attacks, Balami recalled how in just one month, Seyi Tinubu faced multiple smear campaigns, including one from a factional leader of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), who later issued a public apology.

The former Trade Union Congress (TUC) spokesperson dismissed the interpretation of the Pope event video, saying: “It’s clear from the footage that Seyi wasn’t attempting to shake the Pope’s hand. He was merely following protocol to join his father. Spinning that moment into a scandal is both petty and misleading.”

Balami also suggested that the increasing political relevance of Seyi Tinubu—widely rumored to be eyeing the Lagos governorship—has made him a target of political detractors. “His popularity among Nigerian youth is growing. His foundation’s investments in youth empowerment are unmatched,” he said.

He praised Seyi Tinubu’s responsible conduct, contrasting it with the frivolity sometimes associated with children of public figures. “While others are partying or distracted, Seyi chooses responsibility and service. That is the kind of role model Nigerian youths should celebrate,” Balami said.

He called on young Nigerians to rise above social media bullying and unite in support of those who genuinely champion youth development. “If someone as privileged as Seyi can face such intense online bullying, imagine what ordinary young people aspiring for leadership positions must endure,” he warned.

Balami concluded by urging Nigerian youth to be wary of propaganda: “While Seyi invests in uplifting Nigerian youth, his detractors invest in misinformation. We must be smart enough to know the difference.”