Sunday Igboho Names Those Who Looted His Residence Following Security Invasion
Prominent Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has made a startling revelation about the looting of his house after Nigerian security forces invaded his residence. In a viral video circulating online, Igboho disclosed that the individuals responsible for plundering his property were actually members of his own gang who had been following him during his activism.
Background of Igboho's Security Encounter and Escape
The activist has been on the federal government's wanted list since he managed to evade arrest during the administration of the late President Muhammadu Buhari. Following the security operation at his residence, Igboho escaped to neighboring Benin Republic, which subsequently declined Nigeria's request for his repatriation. This situation persisted until recent interventions changed his legal status.
Igboho's Gratitude Toward President Tinubu and Traditional Rulers
Speaking in Yoruba language during the viral video, Igboho expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for removing him from the wanted list. He also thanked Yoruba traditional rulers across southwestern Nigeria for their support during his legal proceedings. The activist acknowledged that he had previously criticized many of these traditional leaders and President Tinubu, but they nevertheless stood by him during his difficult period.
"How my house was looted, look at it, those who looted it are my boys who were following me. I thank God I didn't die, imagine what would happen," Igboho stated in the video, revealing the painful betrayal by his own supporters.
Igboho's Call for Support of President Tinubu
The activist made a significant political statement during his address, urging his supporters to back President Tinubu's administration. He specifically requested that anyone who believes in his cause should support and pray for the Nigerian president. Igboho emphasized that none of his followers should oppose President Tinubu's potential second-term ambition, marking a notable shift in his political positioning.
Nigerian Public Reaction to Igboho's Confession
The revelation has sparked widespread reactions across Nigeria, with many citizens expressing their views on social media platforms:
- Odunlami commended Igboho's honesty: "They will call you all sorts of names because of this, but don't worry about their name-calling. Only you know what your eyes saw when it was storming. Thank God for your life, and learn from your mistakes."
- Adetunji Adewolu commented on the dramatic nature of the confession: "Wow! Sunday Igboho really knows how to mix drama with devotion! Keep the prayers coming, and maybe a little self-care too."
- Blackdiamond offered perspective on governmental power: "Only the guy didn't wait to see with his own eyes. Government is bigger than anybody, no matter your followers."
- MUFC_Family01 noted regional differences in tolerance: "Southwest doesn't tolerate what the dot tribe tolerated and nursed, sure Igboho has learnt his lesson in a hard way."
- Aremu Taofeek expressed sympathy: "Imagine, boys that you've once fed are the ones selling your properties from your back. Heartbroken."
Recent Security Concerns Raised by Igboho
This revelation comes shortly after Igboho raised fresh alarms about security issues in his hometown. The activist recently reported that Fulani herdsmen allegedly killed three farmers in Igboho, located in the Orelope local government area of Oyo state. The victims were identified as Ojeniyi Ojebayo, Aderoju Mukaila, and Olawuwo Saka, who were reportedly attacked after resisting cattle grazing that was destroying their farms.
The activist's journey from being a wanted figure to receiving presidential intervention represents a significant development in Nigeria's complex political and security landscape, particularly regarding regional activism and governmental relations.
