Seyi Tinubu donates over N500m to residents affected by flood…assures of 50 medical practitioners to handle health issues

By: Bodunrin kayode

Son of President Bola Tinubu, Seyi has donated N500m to residents of Maidugiri who were affected by the recent flood which left most of them in a state of shock and ruin.

Added to swelling the appeal funds for the residents, his recent visit to Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, he also provided medical succor to hundreds of residents affected by the devastating flood that ravaged the city.

Accompanied by his kid brother Yinka, friends, and associates, Seyi expressed sympathy to Governor Babagana Zulum over the flood disaster and subsequent loss of lives by some residents who were taken unawares when the raging Dam water came knocking their homes in the wee hours of 10th September.

Seyi, known for his philanthropic efforts, especially towards youth empowerment, emphasized that this visit was just the beginning of his commitment to alleviating the suffering of young people impacted by the unfortunate flood.

He praised the resilience of the people of Borno State, who have faced numerous challenges in recent years, and expressed optimism that the state will emerge stronger from this tragedy.

Seyi’s donation included essential items such as food, medications, and household necessities.

Specifically, Seyi provided the following: Food Items: “cartons of spaghetti, tomato paste, groundnut oil, salt, bags of flour, rice, maize, Maggie, thousands of loaves of bread, and other staples

” Medical Supplies: critical prescriptions for almost 50,000 children and adults, including anti-malarials, anti-hypertensives, antiparasitics, anti-diabetics, analgesics, and antibiotics.

“Household Necessities: 10,000 pieces of mosquito nets, blankets, mattresses, kettles, wrappers, buckets, mats, sanitary pads, and wash kits.”

Seyi’s efforts were commended by Chidi, a transport and logistics expert, and Isaac Balami, a renowned aviator, who praised his empathy and commitment to supporting young people.

His visit and donation demonstrates his dedication to helping those in need and promoting unity and strength in the face of adversity.

About 50 doctors have been contributed to assist in health emergency managements.

Seyi Tinubu donates over N500m to residents affected by flood…assures of 50 medical practitioners to handle health issues

Panelists Advise Nigerian Political Leader to Bridge the Gap with Youths to Curb Growing Violence Extremism

By: Michael Mike

Nigerian political leaders have been advised to close the existing gap between them and the country’s teeming youth population so as to curb growing violence extremism.

This was the submission of a team of panelists who spoke at the occasion heralding the 2024 International Day of Peace, with the theme: “Cultivating a culture of Peace” organised by the United States embassy in Abuja.

The lead Speaker, Rev. John Hayab, Global Peace Foundation in Nigeria who presented a paper on “Cultivating a Culture of Peace: The role of youth in promoting leadership and peace in Nigeria,” highlighted points why it is imperative for a peaceful atmosphere for development.

The panelists who spoke after the paper presentation all agreed with Rev. Hayab that the government need to engage the youth more, stressing the need for the youth to feel the impact of the government in their development so as to be committed to the country and deploy their strength positively.

The panelits are: Director of Baynakum family Counselling Centre, Abuja; Ustaz Abdulfattah Adeyemi; the Founder Transforming Church International Abuja, Dr. Rev. Sam Oye; and Building Blocks for Peace Foundation, Mr Rafiu Adeniran Lawal,

Dr. Adeyemi stressed the place of youth in peace building, warning against gagging the youth, saying looking at the calm surface is not the real peace.

He added that: “And yet, if we keep looking at them like that, there may come a time when they won’t be able to hold on any further.

“Let us not spoil the peace these young people are ready to embrace,” he warned, while charging the government to engage the youth.

He said: “So my appeal is for us not to let things just slide by. To listen to these young people.Get them engaged. Get them busy. Give them employment.

“Motivate them. Even if it is farming they want to go into, let them do their farming and enjoy their life. These are young people who know how to enjoy life.

“With small data on their phone, they can remove their anxieties. Just key into whatever is going on in the world, and they are okay.

” So I wish we can take note of this and begin to encourage our young people to begin to appreciate our culture.

“And to begin to understand that the culture of peace is not something that is negative. It has to be positive.

Oye on his part called for inclusivity and the need to get the youth on board.

He said that it is not about given positions alone but having them have a say in policies and programs of the government.

He added that the government can from time to time gather the youth and get their day on issues and by so doing they get to understand what the youth want.

He said this will go a long way to douse tension and reduce violence in the know how much they can contribute? It is when you begin to first of all recognize, because of inclusive leadership.

He said: “It begins first with recognition. And recognition has to do with diversity.The diverse competencies that our young people have is something that is very staggered.
“As leaders, not just including those who are affiliated to your party. But looking outside of your party, to look into these young people. Who are over 60%,

“They have so much to offer this country. And when Nigerian kids are not looking for anybody to feed them. Just give them opportunity to express themself. And you’ll be amazed at what our young people can do. It takes a secure leader to be an inclusive leader.

“I’m going to say that very strongly. It takes a secure leader to be an inclusive leader. And one of the challenges we have is the fact that we are not secure in ourselves.

“So it’s very difficult for us to include people who are diverse to us.

“I would challenge our leaders to be safe and know that the children you give birth to have something to do to make a huge difference in the country that you give birth to them in. These kids can make a world of difference.

“Mark Zuckerberg has made a difference today and I think there are other Mark Zuckerbergs in our country who have given the opportunity to express themselves.”

He further added, “So I think the best way to prevent violence is to let the young people know that it’s supposed to be violence against hunger and poverty, not against their own state, without which they cannot achieve anything.

“So we will not destroy our nation. We should rather use that aggression to build a great nation. I hope I’ve said something.”

Oye also added that: “And I don’t see a young man who wants to fight a country that is part of his development. The reason it is easier for our young people to destroy anything in the country is because the country is detached from their development.
“An average Nigerian kid today does not know government. He sees government as someone to fight because in all of our children’s developmental stages, government is absent. Why shouldn’t I fight something that got my father out of work? Why shouldn’t I fight something that did not allow my mother to get along? That’s the only government I know, my mother, who took care of me, who is in care of me, my father.

“So we’re saying that if government wants to reduce all of this tension, all those little little things, such programs that equip our young people and empower them are very critical to the development of this country and to the minimization of violence.”

Lawal in his intervention pointed out that all the youth needed to function as agent of peace is little support, noting that the youth need to engage more so as to move with trend.

He said: “All they need is support to function effectively as agents of peace.

“The society that we live in. Is one that is not open to Change and then if we are going to make any meaningful transformation then we have to present ourselves as advocates rather than as activists.”

He added, “In any way,this space as we speak is traditionally closed. It will not be open automatically. So you have to force your way in. So that we can continue.”

Lawal added that young people still prefer to be peaceful despite the country’s shortcoming to make provision for them; adding that those who decided to be violents are circumstantial perpetrators and do not represent the majority of young Nigerians who are contributing amazingly to the development of the country.

Panelists Advise Nigerian Political Leader to Bridge the Gap with Youths to Curb Growing Violence Extremism

Seyi Tinubu made donations worth N500m to flood victims in Maiduguri

By Our Reporter

Youth enthusiast and son of Nigeria’s president, Seyi Tinubu, sympathized with the people of Borno State over the devastating flood that recently ravaged Maiduguri, the state capital.

Mr. Tinubu, who was accompanied by his brother, friends, and associates, made a huge donation worth over 500 million naira on behalf of his friends and associates.

Known for his philanthropic gesture, especially towards the youth, Seyi claimed that the Friday visit was the first step towards contributing to ameliorating the current difficult situation of the young people affected by the flood. He assured that the intervention would continue until Borno State, especially Maiduguri, saw the light again. 

Recall that President Bola Tinubu and other dignitaries had visited Borno State within the week in solidarity with its people. 

Addressing the state governor, Babagana Zulum, and other important dignitaries who received him in the state government house, the youth advocate said the people of Borno State are known for their resilience even amidst the insecurity that ravaged the state in some years past. 

He, however, expressed optimism that this too will pass and the state will come out stronger.

He said, “We are here today, not just as representatives of our family but as members of a collective effort of young Nigerians to bring hope and relief to those who need it most. This is a moment for solidarity, compassion, and immediate action. 

“Maiduguri and Borno State have rich histories. The people are resilient. Despite the issues of the past few years, they have braved all odds, which is why such a painful national tragedy that befell the state deserves our collective effort, support, and prayers. Even more, it deserves our active collaboration and contributions.

“When my dad, President Bola Tinubu, visited Maiduguri earlier this week, he spoke about the urgent need for the private sector and individuals alike to step up in support of the communities affected. Inspired by his call, my wife Layal and I, through the Noella Foundation, my brother Yinka, our friends, and numerous private sector partners have joined hands to respond swiftly to the needs of those displaced by this tragedy.”

Among the donations made were food items, including cartons each of spaghetti, tomato paste, groundnut oil, and salt, bags each of flour, rice, maize, Maggie, thousands of loaves of bread, and other staples. 

Also donated to the state were 10,000 pieces of mosquito nets, blankets, mattresses, kettles, wrappers, buckets, mats, sanitary pads, and wash kits.

He also provided critical supplies to cover prescriptions for almost 50,000 children and adults, including anti-malarials, anti-hypertensives, antiparasitics, anti-diabetics, analgesics, and antibiotics.

Thanking Governor Zulum for his efforts, Seyi said, “I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to Governor Zulum for his tireless leadership during this time of crisis and to everyone working around the clock to ensure these supplies reach the families who need them most.

“Your Excellency, distinguished leaders, and the resilient people of Borno State, in times of hardship, it is our shared responsibility to stand together. These medical supplies, survival kits, and food items we have brought today are our little gesture of solidarity and compassion, knowing that no amount of aid can replace the lives and homes affected by this devastating flood. However, we hope this small contribution brings comfort and relief to those in need. Together, we can rebuild and heal, for in unity, there is strength. The Nigerian youth stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Borno. We are in this together, and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Just like President Bola Tinubu said on Monday, Borno will rise again.”

Also addressing the press, Mr. Chidi, a transport and logistics expert who was in the company of Seyi, commended him for the love he has for Nigerians and young people, affirming that he had always known Seyi to be a lover of young people, attesting to his numerous gestures for young Nigerians even before his dad emerged as president. 

Also speaking, Isaac Balami, a renowned aviator, said Seyi is a young man with empathy and love for his country who is committed to supporting young people.

Seyi Tinubu made donations worth N500m to flood victims in Maiduguri