A video showcasing the extravagant birthday celebration Seyi Tinubu organized for his wife, Layal Tinubu, has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread reactions from Nigerians.
Layal, who turned 35 on March 23, 2025, took to Instagram to share glimpses of the grand event, leaving many in awe of the opulence displayed. The event, which featured an exclusive guest list of high-profile personalities, took place in a luxurious venue adorned with elegant decorations and lavish floral arrangements.
The footage revealed a breathtaking setup, with rooms filled with red and white roses, glittering party curtains, and an array of colorful balloons hanging from the ceiling. The décor exuded an atmosphere of luxury, reflecting the high social status of the Tinubu family. Guests were treated to a sumptuous feast, complemented by premium beverages and entertainment from top-rated musicians and performers.
Expressing her appreciation, Layal shared a clip of the lavish surprise on her Instagram page, referring to Seyi as “My man” in one of her posts. Her heartfelt caption and visible excitement fueled further conversations online, as many people expressed admiration for the grand gesture, while others criticized the excessive display of wealth.
As the video circulated widely, social media users flooded the comment section with a mix of praise, criticism, and humor. While some admired the couple’s love and Seyi Tinubu’s effort in making the day special for his wife, others condemned the extravagant spending, linking it to Nigeria’s economic challenges and questioning the source of the wealth behind such luxury.
Netizens Reactions…
noojay said: “Nigeria money, my daddy.”
L.tobiloba said: “You and your husband plus father-in-law dey craze for head.”
Mo___bewaji said: “Nah why them dey come for your papa ….. 😂😂.”
Officialeugenia said: “Na only una dey enjoy Nigeria 🇳🇬 na, God will judge you people.”
Gabani_xo said: “E nor go better for you and your man.”
Saint_ndoo wrote: “And some people that voted for his dad never eat Sunday rice o😂 data dem no get.”
K.k.d_nelson said: “Make una go vote for him papa, 2027. All because of tribalism 😂😂😂😂 una go suffer till infinity.”
Anozie_kenneth reacted: “Look at the quality of life they enjoy... but somehow his father thinks it’s okay to impoverish the whole country while signing an insignificant 70k minimum wage that wouldn’t buy a bag of rice... I tell you one thing for free, Tinubu’s family has never seen suffering before, so they wouldn’t understand an average Nigerian’s struggles... na why them dey think say sharing rice can solve our problems.”
Chibarbie_dolle said: “Our money 😢😢😢 chai.”
Despite the backlash, some supporters defended the celebration, arguing that as a private citizen, Seyi Tinubu has the right to spend his wealth however he chooses. Others, however, pointed out that given his father’s position as Nigeria’s president, such displays of opulence might be perceived as insensitive, considering the country's current economic situation.
Meanwhile, Layal Tinubu has remained unbothered by the criticisms, focusing instead on celebrating her milestone birthday with gratitude and appreciation for her husband’s love and efforts.
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