Businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose has publicly refuted online allegations that his recent meeting with Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, involved a financial bribe. The denials come after a video of their encounter went viral, sparking widespread speculation on social media.
Fayose Dismisses Bribery Claims
In a video response shared online, Fayose directly addressed the rumors. He stated, “I’ve been seeing a lot of Nigerians saying that I don go meet Seyi Tinubu and dey don bribe me with money.” He firmly denied receiving any money from the president’s son.
Fayose explained that the meeting was not prearranged and occurred unexpectedly at a bar. “Seyi met me at that bar…” he said, emphasizing that no financial transaction took place. He criticized Nigerians who, according to him, rushed to conclusions after seeing the viral clip without understanding the context.
Social Media Reactions
The video has drawn mixed reactions from the public. User @FUNSHOONIF43070 commented, “The obedient should understand politics that you cannot win or woo supporters by insults. Reason a lot of former obedient left the group. Even your principal Peter obedient dines and wines with this same politicians and you guys don't crucify him, but the moment Isaac Fayose hangs out…” Another user, @segunoloye83198, wrote, “Nah your papa no get brain, warey oloribuku, nah wetin u too go chop u Dey fine. The nonentity will now be saying he has his money, warey wah e Dey find more money.” User @onlineguru__ stated, “The moment they start wining and dining with the opposition just know they are already compromised. You can’t be dining and wining with people who are intentionally destroying the lives of Nigerians. Isaac Fayose can no longer be trusted at this point no matter his explanation.”
Previous Criticism of First Lady’s Appeal
Earlier, Fayose had criticized First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s call for Afrobeats stars like Davido, Burna Boy, and Asake to redirect money spent on luxury cars to charitable foundations. In an Instagram post, he argued that the appeal was misdirected, insisting that APC governors with larger budgets should fund poverty alleviation rather than entertainers. He recalled her earlier encouragement for governors to buy exotic vehicles for APC women leaders, describing it as contradictory, and noted that artistes already contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Isaac Fayose remains a vocal figure in Nigerian social commentary, often engaging in political and social debates. His latest clarification aims to put to rest the bribery allegations stemming from his encounter with Seyi Tinubu.
