Wole Soyinka Raises Alarm Over Seyi Tinubu's Excessive Security Escort
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka raised alarm over Seyi Tinubu, son of Bola Tinubu, having an excessive security escort, emphasizing the privileged culture within Nigeria's power circles. Soyinka's remarks were made during an investigative journalism award event in Lagos, where he criticized the disproportionate security provided to individuals close to power.
He urged President Buhari to reflect deeply on the allocation of resources, especially in the face of security challenges like kidnappings and violent attacks. Soyinka's comments underscored the need for a shift in priorities towards national interests over personal comforts.
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