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VIDEO: Seyi Tinubu Breaches Protocol Near Pope Leo XIV, Shoved Away By Security Men

VIDEO: Seyi Tinubu Breaches Protocol Near Pope Leo XIV, Shoved Away By Security Men
  • PublishedMay 19, 2025

A video has been circulating on social media which captured a moment during the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, where Seyi Tinubu, son of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, appeared to breach protocol by attempting to greet the Pope.

In the footage, OSUN DEFENDER reports that Seyi is seen being politely but firmly redirected by Vatican security personnel.

The incident occurred during a segment of the ceremony where heads of state and official delegates were invited to greet the newly inaugurated Pope.

Seyi Tinubu was observed moving towards the Pope alongside his father. However, security officials intervened, guiding him away to maintain the sanctity of the protocol.

Watch the video below;