By Abdullahi O Haruna Haruspice
In a world often dominated by performative alliances and empty platitudes, moments of genuine empathy stand out like stars against a night sky. Such was the rare, humble, and deeply admirable support displayed by Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, towards Yusuf Buhari, son of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, following the elder statesman’s passing.
What unfolded between these two sons of Nigeria’s political titans wasn’t just a gesture of condolence—it was a brotherhood forged in sincerity, unmarred by rivalry or the trappings of privilege. In Yusuf’s hour of grief, Seyi did not posture from afar or send token sympathies. Instead, he stood by him—quietly, firmly, and compassionately. It is easy to underestimate how rare such solidarity can be, especially in the Nigerian elite circle where optics often override substance. But Seyi’s actions cut through that noise.
Those close to the scene recall how Seyi Tinubu not only visited but stayed engaged—helping shoulder the weight of Yusuf’s emotional burden with the tact of a true friend, not a political heir. There were no grand speeches or cameras rolling; only the language of presence, of shared humanity, and of heartfelt consolation. It is precisely this understated yet powerful demeanor that makes Seyi’s support all the more moving.
Nigeria’s political class often appears locked in perpetual competition, their children caught in the echo chambers of legacy and ambition. But Seyi Tinubu demonstrated that empathy is greater than ego, and that real influence lies in one’s ability to comfort—not command. His role in Yusuf’s healing process wasn’t born of obligation, but of character.
This episode invites the nation to rethink what it means to be a leader—not just in title, but in temperament. Seyi Tinubu didn’t need to do what he did. That he chose to be there, fully and humbly, says volumes about the man he is becoming.
In a country hungry for unity and compassion at the top, this silent act of brotherhood is not just comforting—it is inspirational. As we mourn Buhari the father, we also celebrate the seed of his legacy: a new generation that values depth over drama, and friendship over formality. Seyi Tinubu has given us that glimpse. And for that, we salute him.
Beautifully musing