Nigerian man Omojuwa has clarified that Seyi Tinubu, the president's son, did not make a 15 million naira donation to Mohbad's family.
The controversy surrounding this issue began when singer Bella Shmurda mentioned Seyi Tinubu in a tweet about the donation. Omojuwa, who had been in discussions with Seyi Tinubu on this matter, stepped forward to provide clarity.
According to Omojuwa, he had been in contact with Seyi Tinubu regarding the donation. When he came across Bella Shmurda's tweet, Omojuwa promptly shared it with Seyi Tinubu.
However, Omojuwa made it clear that Seyi Tinubu did not make the alleged 15 million naira donation. Instead, they discussed the importance of prioritizing the child's education and offering immediate support to the family.
Omojuwa acknowledged the potential political implications of any action taken, emphasizing the complexity of the situation.
He also explained that he advised Seyi Tinubu against getting involved in the social media frenzy surrounding the issue, as he understood that any statement or action would likely be politicized.
Nevertheless, both parties agreed to focus on supporting the child's education and providing assistance to the wife, fully aware of the potential for political exploitation in the current climate.
Omojuwa concluded by stating that in today's world, one must navigate such situations in the best way possible.
Omojuwa said: "Seyi Tinubu didn't donate N15m to Mohbad's kid or family. I would know, because I have been discussing with him on the issue for several days. Bella Shmurda mentioned Seyi in a tweet, and I immediately forwarded it to him.
"The same way I have forwarded tweets around policy interventions to him, and he's gone ahead to help advance causes. When I know the source of the relevant tweet, I message them to let them know I am helping to push the matter. This time, he called me and asked what he could do.
"I said not to get sucked into the social media thing because whatever he said or did would be politicized. I then went on to say, irrespective of that, we should prioritize his family, especially his kid.
"He said he'd commit to the kid's education and also support the wife immediately. But we also knew there was still a danger of that getting used against him politically – that's the world we now live in. It is what it is, it's why one can only move the best way one can."
The clarification by Omojuwa aims to address the ongoing discussions and controversies surrounding the alleged donation.