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The Digest:

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, has refuted claims of donating N20 million to actress Sarah Martins following her confrontation with Lagos State environmental officials. In an Instagram statement, Tinubu clarified that while friends contributed the funds to support Martins' charity work, he remains firmly opposed to actions undermining state laws and public order.

Key Points:
  • Seyi Tinubu denied personally donating N20m to actress Sarah Martins.
  • The actress had publicly thanked him and the Noella Foundation for the funds.
  • Tinubu acknowledged that friends raised the money to help Martins secure a proper cooking space.
  • He emphasized the importance of complying with Lagos State environmental laws.
  • The controversy began when KAI officials confiscated items from Martins' charity outreach.
  • Tinubu stated Lagos "thrives on order" and collective respect for regulations.
  • He expressed appreciation for his friends' compassion but drew a clear boundary.
The incident highlights the delicate balance between charitable acts and regulatory compliance, underscoring how personal gestures can spark public discourse on accountability.

Sources: The Cable