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The Digest:

The National Identity Management Commission has sparked public backlash after using its official X account to celebrate President Tinubu's son, Seyi, on his 40th birthday, with many Nigerians criticizing the agency for blurring the lines between institutional neutrality and personal loyalty.

Key Points:
  • NIMC's official X account posted birthday wishes to Seyi Tinubu on Monday
  • The message was attributed to Director-General Abisoye Coker-Odusote
  • Social media users condemned the post as inappropriate for a government agency
  • Critics argued it compromised institutional dignity and neutrality
  • One user called it "how they belittle every institution in Nigeria."
  • Others suggested such gestures should be made through personal accounts
  • The incident highlights ongoing debates about official protocol and political culture
  • Seyi Tinubu received numerous tributes from political figures for his milestone
When official channels become conduits for personal tributes, the line between state institution and private loyalty blurs, revealing how the culture of power often manifests in subtle gestures that speak volumes about institutional independence

Sources: The Cable