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Seyi Tinubu Clarifies Alleged ₦20 Million Donation to Sarah Martins’ Foundation

Seyi Tinubu Clarifies Alleged ₦20 Million Donation to Sarah Martins’ Foundation
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Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, has responded to viral claims suggesting that he donated ₦20 million to Nollywood actress Sarah Martins’ Golden Heart Foundation. 


The businessman and philanthropist firmly denied the reports, stating that while some of his friends made contributions to assist a woman penalised for breaching Lagos environmental regulations, he himself did not provide any financial support.


In a detailed statement shared through his Instagram Story on Friday, Seyi Tinubu explained that the donors’ actions were driven purely by compassion and a desire to help, not an attempt to undermine government authority or existing laws. However, he emphasised that he does not endorse any effort that contravenes the rules of Lagos State.


“Their intention, I believe, was to help her secure a proper space to run her business, not to undermine the law. I appreciate their kindness and concern,” he wrote.


“That said, I must emphasise that while their hearts were in the right place, I do not support any act that violates the laws of Lagos State.


“Lagos thrives on order, and Nigeria’s strength depends on our collective respect for both our law and order. Empathy and patriotism must always go together,” Seyi stated.


Seyi’s statement came in response to Sarah Martins’ earlier claims that she had received a ₦20 million donation from him to support her charitable foundation. Martins, known for her philanthropic work through her Golden Heart Foundation, had recently shared that her charity activity was disrupted by officials of the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps while she was cooking for the needy on a street median in Lekki.


According to Martins, the enforcement officers allegedly harassed her team and confiscated some of their materials, sparking public sympathy and prompting several Nigerians to offer assistance. Following her claims, social media was flooded with reports that Seyi Tinubu had stepped in with a ₦20 million donation to support her work — a claim he has now publicly denied.


While addressing the issue, Seyi acknowledged the generosity of those who contributed to help the woman in question but urged that good intentions must always align with respect for the law. His statement served as both clarification and a broader reminder about maintaining civic discipline and responsibility within society.


By reaffirming his commitment to the principles of order and accountability, Seyi Tinubu reinforced his reputation as someone who values structure and legal obedience in Lagos — a state known for its continuous efforts to maintain environmental orderliness.


His remarks also underline a larger message about the importance of empathy being exercised within the framework of the law. As he noted, true compassion should never conflict with civic duty, and social goodwill must complement, not contradict, lawful conduct.


Seyi’s response effectively puts an end to speculations surrounding his alleged donation, while also sparking conversations about the balance between humanitarian acts and adherence to public regulations.

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