Only God is Greater Than Tinubu” - Prof. Olusola Adeyeye Sparks Reactions with Bold Remark

 

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A former Senate Chief Whip and respected academic, Professor Olusola Adeyeye, has stirred public debate after declaring that only God is greater than President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the current state of Nigerian affairs.

The statement, made during a live discussion on national development and leadership, has quickly gone viral, igniting praise and outrage in equal measure.

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“In the universe as we know it, the only entity greater than Bola Ahmed Tinubu is God,” Prof. Adeyeye said. “Whether you like him or not, he is the most consequential political figure in Nigeria today.”

Praise or Provocation?

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The comment has divided Nigerians online. Supporters of President Tinubu have celebrated the remark as a recognition of his influence and political legacy, especially as the former Lagos governor now leads the country.

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But critics argue that elevating a political leader to such status reflects a troubling culture of sycophancy and blind loyalty.

Political analysts say Prof. Adeyeye’s statement echoes sentiments among Tinubu’s most loyal base, who see him as the architect of modern Lagos and the mastermind behind the APC’s rise to power.

No Apology from the Professor

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Despite the backlash, Prof. Adeyeye has stood by his words, insisting they were figurative, not literal, and meant to highlight Tinubu’s towering impact on Nigeria’s political landscape.

*“I don’t worship him,” he clarified in a follow-up chat. “I recognize his power and influence no one comes close politically.”

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As the 2027 political cycle looms, expect more such statements from allies and opponents alike, as Nigeria’s political class gears up for what may be the most defining era in the Fourth Republic.