Rufai Oseni Reacts to Village Boy Movement

Rufai Oseni criticizes City Boy Movement, praises Village Boy Movement, and warns money alone won’t determine Nigeria’s 2027 elections

Media personality and Arise News anchor Rufai Oseni has shared his perspective on the emerging Village Boy Movement amid growing backing for the City Boy Movement by businessmen like Cubana Chiefpriest and Obi Cubana, who support Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu.

Also read: Cubana Chiefpriest Rallies Support for Tinubu in Imo

Speaking on-air, Oseni described the City Boy Movement as “delusional” if it assumes that money alone drives political outcomes.

He highlighted that in previous elections, financial influence did not dictate results and predicted the same for the upcoming 2027 polls.

Oseni stressed that financial power is not the ultimate factor in elections and suggested that those who believe otherwise are mistaken.

Also read: Dave Umahi vs Rufai Oseni: Failure of institutions and the resort to self-help

His commentary has sparked mixed reactions on social media: some praised his stance, while others criticized figures like Reuben Abati for allegedly favoring the City Boy Movement.

Fans responded with a mix of support and banter, emphasizing that political influence cannot be reduced to money alone.