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In a stunning turn of events, Nigeria’s political landscape has been set ablaze by explosive claims from Atiku Abubakar Isah, the newly elected President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). Isah alleges that Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, orchestrated his kidnapping, brutal beating, and humiliation after he rejected a jaw-dropping N100 million bribe to support the Tinubu administration. The accusations, which surfaced in early 2025, have sent shockwaves across the nation, raising questions about power, privilege, and the lengths some might go to silence dissent.
According to Isah, the ordeal unfolded in Abuja shortly after his election on February 27, 2025. He claims Seyi Tinubu’s thugs abducted him, stripped him naked, and forced him to record a resignation statement at an NTA studio. Even more chilling, Isah alleges Seyi boasted he could have him killed with the Inspector General of Police covering it up. Despite the trauma, Isah defiantly proceeded with his inauguration at The Wells Carlton Hotel, vowing to lead NANS independently.
But Seyi Tinubu isn’t staying silent. He’s vehemently denied the allegations, branding them “completely fictional” and a smear campaign to tarnish his name. His media team insists he’s never met Isah or meddled in NANS affairs, hinting at legal action if the accusations persist. Adding fuel to the fire, former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai has called for a thorough investigation, while NANS officials and eyewitnesses at the inauguration claim no evidence supports Isah’s story.
So, what’s the truth? Is this a bold stand against political overreach, or a calculated move to defame a powerful figure? With no police reports or verified evidence yet, the saga remains a tangle of conflicting narratives. One thing is certain: this controversy has ignited a fierce debate about influence in Nigeria’s youth movements and the murky intersection of politics and power.
What do you think—could such a brazen act happen under the radar, or is this a case of political mudslinging gone wild? Drop your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned as we dig deeper into this unfolding drama!
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