Yemi Obafemi
A group affiliated with Seyi Tinubu has denied allegations that he paid Nigerians in the United Kingdom to show support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during a recent state visit.
The group described the claims as false and without credible evidence.
In a statement issued by its Director of Public Affairs, Aminat Aminu-Isah, the CityBoy Movement rejected reports alleging that Seyi Tinubu distributed £500 to UK-based Nigerians to mobilise political support ahead of the 2027 elections.
“The allegation is entirely false, baseless, and without any credible evidence. At no time did such an incident occur,” the statement said.
The group explained that Seyi Tinubu was in London as part of a delegation accompanying the president during his official visit to the United Kingdom.
It added that the trip included a stakeholders meeting between the movement’s leadership and members of its UK chapter.
The statement read in part: “The visit provided a legitimate and constructive platform for engagement, including a stakeholders’ interaction between the leadership of the CityBoy Movement and members of its UK Chapter.
“Such engagements are consistent with the Movement’s ongoing efforts to connect with Nigerians across the diaspora and to foster unity and shared purpose.”
According to the statement, any public display of support by Nigerians in the diaspora during the visit was voluntary and not induced by financial incentives or coercion.
“It is important to underscore that Nigerians living in the United Kingdom retain the constitutional and democratic right to express support for their country and its leadership,” the statement noted.
The CityBoy Movement also called on media organisations and commentators to verify information before publication, warning that unsubstantiated claims could mislead the public and undermine trust in public discourse.
