Seyi Tinubu, son of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was given a seat next to his father at the inauguration Mass of Pope Leo XIV held at St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City. The sight of the younger Tinubu at the front row alongside global dignitaries attracted notable attention and symbolized Nigeria’s strong presence at the event.
President Tinubu led the Nigerian delegation, which included key religious leaders such as Archbishop Lucius Ugorji, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, and Bishop Matthew Kukah. The photos were shared on social media by Seyi Tinubu on his Instagram account page recently.
The event marked the beginning of the papacy of Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, an American and Peruvian citizen, following the death of Pope Francis. Dignitaries from around the world were in attendance.
Source: Seyi Tinubu posted the photos on his official Instagram account (@seyitinubu)
Seyi Tinubu’s appearance with his father not only reflected familial support but also hinted at the rising international visibility of Nigeria’s younger generation. The solemn ceremony concluded with Pope Leo XIV calling for global unity, compassion, and renewed faith amid contemporary global challenges.
