Yoruba nation agitator Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Tuesday dismissed comments by human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore regarding transactional politics and activism.
Igboho maintained that his agitation for improved security in the South-West, as well as his support for President Bola Tinubu’s prospective second-term bid in 2027, are protected constitutional rights. He emphasized that his actions are aimed at advancing the collective interests of the Yoruba people and fostering Nigeria’s overall development.
In a statement issued by his media aide Olayomi Koiki, Igboho criticised Sowore for allegedly describing his activism as “amala politics,” dismissing the remark as inconsequential. “We strongly reject the characterisation of Igboho’s activism as transactional. Such a myopic position misrepresents the intent and focus of our agitation on effective grassroots security in the South-West and Nigeria as a whole,” the statement read.
Koiki further highlighted that Igboho’s advocacy prioritizes tackling insecurity across Yorubaland, including ings of farmers, highway kidnappings, and s on traditional rulers and royal institutions. He clarified that the movement is focused on protecting lives, land, and property, rather than pursuing political office or revolutionary leadership.
Igboho also challenged Sowore to assess the security situation in his home state of Ondo, noting growing cases of banditry, kidnappings, and rural s. “Labelling our agitation and noble efforts as ‘amala politics’ undermines the urgency of the security crisis and the legitimacy of grassroots agitation,” Koiki said.
The statement reaffirmed that Igboho’s movement, which dates back to 2020, is rooted in localised security measures and stronger regional protection strategies to safeguard vulnerable communities, including women, children, farmers, and traditional rulers.
Leave a comment