Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, made a public appearance on Monday, July 13, 2026, at the maiden National Retreat of the City Boy Movement held at the State House Banquet Hall, Three Arms Zone, Abuja. The event marked his first public outing since the controversial arrest of content creator Ademola Abiodun, popularly known as DJ Chicken, who is currently detained at Kirikiri prison over alleged threats against Seyi Tinubu.
Patron Shows Fun Side as KWAM 1 Performs
Seyi Tinubu, who serves as patron of the pro-Tinubu movement, was captured on video dancing energetically as Fuji music icon King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, better known as KWAM 1, performed at the retreat. The footage quickly circulated on social media, drawing mixed reactions from the public. Popular socialite Cubana Chiefpriest, who serves as the City Boy Movement director for Imo state, was also present at the event.
Video Sparks Reactions Amid DJ Chicken's Detention
The release of the dancing video comes as netizens, including activist Omoyele Sowore, intensify calls for the release of DJ Chicken. Sowore has publicly offered to help secure the content creator's release, but court proceedings continue, with supporters pleading for leniency. DJ Chicken remains in custody at Kirikiri prison following his arrest for allegedly making threats against Seyi Tinubu.
Social media users reacted swiftly to the video. A user identified as Lilwiz_William8 commented, “If Seyi come out for president today he go still win that’s just the funny thing.” Another user, banji_Henrietta, noted, “This man careless of all the criticism and stuff... Just supports his father and do whatever.” Big_SAMBO remarked, “Wasiu Ayinde don go cash out again,” referencing the musician’s likely fee for the performance.
Daddyyo2244 added a pointed comment: “Him mind no go touch ground oooo Make he help us comot chicken for kirikiri nah.” Oladayowears predicted, “Dj chicken go come out after election.” Meanwhile, its_Miguel04 simply observed, “Seyi Tinubu wey no send anybody.”
Background on DJ Chicken's Arrest
DJ Chicken was arrested in connection with alleged threats made against Seyi Tinubu. He has been held at Kirikiri prison as legal proceedings unfold. The case has drawn significant public attention, with many calling for his release. The City Boy Movement retreat, which showcased Seyi Tinubu's lighthearted side, has inadvertently highlighted the ongoing controversy.
Seyi Tinubu's Previous Public Celebrations
In related news, Seyi Tinubu recently celebrated his close friend and trusted aide, Tosin Odufuwa, on his birthday. Odufuwa marked the occasion with a modest gathering attended by friends and staff. A video from that event showed Seyi visibly delighted as he embraced and congratulated Odufuwa warmly. That celebration, like the retreat, underscored Seyi Tinubu's active public role despite ongoing controversies.
