In a recent clarification, it has been confirmed that Seyi Tinubu, the son of Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is the biological child of Bunmi Oshonaike, and not Senator Oluremi Tinubu as previously suggested in some online sources.
Multiple reports have indicated that Seyi Tinubu’s maternal identity is misrepresented in search engine results, often listing Senator Oluremi Tinubu as his mother. However, historical records and reliable sources establish that Bunmi Oshonaike, a former air hostess, is indeed Seyi’s biological mother.
Bunmi Oshonaike was married to Bola Tinubu before his marriage to Senator Oluremi Tinubu. Their union produced Seyi Tinubu before it ended, after which Bola Tinubu married Oluremi Tinubu, who took on the role of stepmother to Seyi. Although Oluremi has a significant presence in Seyi's life, particularly as the First Lady and a long-serving senator, she is not Seyi’s biological parent.
The confusion appears to stem from search algorithms, which may inaccurately associate Seyi Tinubu with Senator Oluremi Tinubu due to her prominence. This situation underscores a need for improved accuracy in automated online information to combat misinformation.
●Bunmi Oshonaike
Key Details About Bunmi Oshonaike
Bunmi Oshonaike, who is of Yoruba descent from Nigeria's southwestern region, is 65 years old as of 2024. This age was calculated based on her 60th birthday celebration reported by THISDAY Newspaper on November 11, 2019. While some unconfirmed accounts suggest she is from Lagos State, comprehensive biographical information about her remains limited.
Since 2022, Seyi Tinubu has publicly acknowledged his mother, celebrating her birthday with heartfelt tributes in national newspapers, which further affirms her role in his life. The distinction between his biological mother and his stepmother is a well-known fact among many Nigerians.