Nigerian actor and former presidential candidate, Yul Edochie, has once again stirred political discussions online with renewed aspirations for public office. In a recent post on his official Instagram account, Edochie shared a photograph of himself alongside Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In the caption accompanying the photo, Edochie expressed his intention to contest for the position of governor in Anambra State, while also endorsing Seyi Tinubu as a potential candidate for the Lagos State governorship.
The post sparked widespread reactions from Nigerians across various social media platforms, with many debating the implications of Edochie’s declaration and his alignment with the Tinubu family.
Known for his political ambition, Edochie previously aimed for the presidency but now appears to be shifting his focus toward a governorship campaign in his home state, Anambra. This move underscores his ongoing dedication to participating in Nigeria’s political landscape.
In a related development, the Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) recently voiced strong opposition to the idea of Seyi Tinubu succeeding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as Lagos State governor. Barely a month ago, the PDP issued a statement criticizing the growing endorsement and campaign activities positioning the president’s son as a contender for the state’s highest political office in 2027.
The PDP, through its spokesperson Hakeem Amode, declared that Lagosians would not tolerate any attempt to impose Seyi Tinubu as governor. Amode argued that political positions, particularly the governorship, should not be treated as inheritances within a family.
