MIKE CERUTTI & PRINCESS EFE MAJOMI
“Compassion is the key to unlocking a brighter future for humanity.” – This quote perfectly captures the essence of Seyi Tinubu’s philanthropic work and commitment to giving back to the community.
Indeed people often talk uncomplimentary about Seyi Tinubu, especially regarding his alleged exclusion from meeting the new Pope in Rome, in a video that went viral with some speculating about his high ambitious influence and connections.
However, beyond the controversies and rumours surrounding his life in the public eye, Seyi Tinubu has built a reputation for his philanthropic work, often alongside his wife, Layal Tinubu, through the Noella Foundation.
*Humanitarian Deeds
– Flood Relief in Maiduguri
Seyi Tinubu, along with his brother Yinka and the Noella Foundation, led a humanitarian effort to support flood victims in Borno State. They provided food, medical supplies, and essential non-food items, including 1,000 cartons of spaghetti, tomato paste, and groundnut oil, 200 bags of maize flour, and 500 bags of 25kg rice.
– Medical Aid
The initiative included donated medications such as 26,000 packs of antimalarial drugs, 3,500 boxes of analgesics, and 35,000 packs of antihypertensive drugs. Fifty medical doctors were also mobilized to support the State Ministry of Health.
– Food Distribution During COVID-19
Seyi Tinubu, his wife, and the Noella Foundation partnered with Foodclique to provide over 1,000,000 meals to families and disadvantaged communities in Lagos and surrounding states during the lockdown.
– Support for Physically Challenged Individuals
Seyi Tinubu provided a state-of-the-art prosthetic leg worth millions of Naira to a struggling one-legged Lagos bus conductor, Chima, and offered him a monthly salary of ₦50,000 as an assistant coach on his football team.
– Relief Items for Fire Disaster Victims
Through his associates, Seyi Tinubu donated relief items to people involved in a fire disaster in Nasarawa and gifted palliatives in Abuja.
– Medical Outreach
Seyi Tinubu’s foundation sponsored medical outreaches and procured prescribed medication for underprivileged individuals.
As the son of President Bola Tinubu, Seyi Tinubu’s philanthropic efforts often receive attention, but his commitment to giving back to the community predates his father’s presidency. Through the Noella Foundation, Seyi Tinubu has solidified his reputation as a dedicated philanthropist, transforming lives through entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable ideas.
Seyi Tinubu’s approach to philanthropy is holistic, strategic, and heartfelt. He focuses on maximizing the impact of charitable giving, often opting for a low-profile approach that lets his work speak for itself. His initiatives, such as the Seyi Tinubu Empowerment Project (STEP), aim to empower millennial tech entrepreneurs in Nigeria and create long-term social and economic transformation.
As a successful entrepreneur and CEO of Loatsad Promomedia, Seyi Tinubu has also pioneered youth employment programs and ensured that corporate social responsibility is a core operational principle. His influence extends to universities and local communities, where he often sponsors competitions and scholarships that reward innovation and leadership.
While critics may tie Seyi Tinubu’s success to his family name, his philanthropic work and commitment to social change are undeniable. He remains a quiet giant in the world of Nigerian philanthropy, proving that even in a noisy world, silent impact still matters.
~ God bless the cheerful giver
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