
Popular Nigerian comedian Seyi Law has left many social media users astonished after unveiling the enormous size of his extended family while celebrating his father’s 98th birthday. The revelation has since sparked a wave of reactions, with fans and followers expressing admiration and curiosity about the size of his lineage.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) platform, Seyi Law posted a video showcasing a massive gathering of his father’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The clip quickly went viral, drawing thousands of comments from netizens who were amazed at the sheer number of family members present at the celebration.
Despite over 100 family members appearing in the video, Seyi Law revealed that the group seen on camera accounted for only about 60% of his father’s entire lineage. The revelation left many stunned, with some questioning just how large the entire family must be.
Expressing his amazement at the massive gathering, Seyi Law wrote:
“How do I explain to people that this is just about 60% of my Dad’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren at his 98th birthday celebration yesterday? Truly, my father has fulfilled his name, Japhet (meaning the extender). He is a blessed man.”
The post quickly gained traction, attracting a mix of reactions from social media users. Some people celebrated his father’s legacy and the joy of having such a large family, while others jokingly wondered how he manages to keep track of all his relatives.
One social media user, @lareto24, marveled at the size of the family and asked, “Woooow… does he remember all his kids' names? Happy birthday to him cos 98 is indeed a milestone.”
Another user, @ImSonOfTheLion, shared a heartfelt message, writing, “This is lovely. I can imagine the happiness of having old parents. My father was 95 before he passed away 7 years ago, his absence is always felt till now. May baba continue to live longer in good health and wealth. Happy birthday to him!”
As the video continues to trend, many have taken to the comments section to send their best wishes to Seyi Law’s father, while others humorously debated how family gatherings must be organized with such a vast number of relatives.
Watch the video below …
How do I explain to people that this is just about 60% of my Dad’s children, Grandchildren, and Great-grandchildren at his 98th Birthday celebration yesterday?
Truly, my father has fulfilled his name, Japhet (meaning the extender). He is a blessed man. pic.twitter.com/txVEgWUOf3
— SEYILAW (@seyilaw1) February 9, 2025