Northern youths hold special prayer for Seyi Tinubu in Kano

Northern youths under the aigis of Youth Alliance for Northern Development(YAND) on Friday in Kano held a special prayer session for President Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu,as part of ongoing activities celebrating his 40th birthday anniversary.

The prayer, which was held at Ansar-Ud- Deen Society Mosque, Sañusi Street, Sabon Gari, Kano, was attended by many youths and other well wishers from the Northern parts of the country.

Sheikh Abdullateef Oyebamiji Emiabata who led the prayer session, prayed God to grant the celebrant longer life in good health to enable him continue to promote youth empowerment, social responsibility and national unity.

The cleric who read some verses from the Holy Quran, also prayed for continued peace and economic growth and stability in the country.

Speaking to reporters shortly after the prayer, the Convener, Seyi Olorunsola, said the prayer Session was organized as part of activities lined up to celebrate Mr. Seyi Tinubu, a distinguished youth icon, philanthropist and visionary Nigerian.

“We are celebrating Seyi’s 40th birthday who despite holding no elective office, has continued to champion educational
and humanitarian causes, thereby serving as a moral example to the younger
generation,” Olorunsola said.

Also speaking, one of the youth leaders, Isyaku Rabi’u, said the decision to celebrate Seyi Tinubu’s 40th birthday was in recognition of his commitment towards promoting youth empowerment.

“Itb it is on record that Seyi has facilitated more than 50 appointments for the youth especially in the North. So, as youth, we felt it necessary to appreciate and celebrate him,” he said.

Other activities lined up for the celebration include distribution of books and writing materials to students, a lot to eat and drink, and also featuring music and dancing which will culminate into a dinner tomorrow, Saturday.