Seyi Tinubu’s efforts to distribute palliatives to the ‘needy’ in Gombe State has been halted by youths in Gombe the State capital.
The trucks carrying food items were hijacked and looted by youths who carted away food items, including rice, pasta, cooking oil, sugar and other commodities packed in 3,500 cartons. Seyi who is President Tinubu’s son has been touring some of the Northern States as part of his Ramadan outreach.
During his tours, Seyi used the gatherings to speak to the youths about some of the plans his father has for them and while distributing palliatives to them.
While the action of the president’s son has been applauded by many, others including leaders from the region have condemned the distribution of palliatives by Seyi.
In a Facebook post, Shamsuddeen Bala Mohammed, the son of Bauchi State Governor, criticised Seyi’s initiative, urging him to roll-out sustainable empowerment programs.
He wrote, “Please, when coming to Bauchi for the #RHYE, empower our youths with employment, Keke NAPEP, monies to start a business, ICT infrastructure and training for crypto trading, and so on.
“Please, we, the youths of Bauchi, don’t need rice and food in nylon bags during Ramadan.
“Teach our youths how to fish rather than feed them for one day. They are not beggars,” he added.
