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Igbimo Yoruba Condemns Call For Arrest of Sunday Igboho, Advises Oyo Govt To Embrace Dialogue
Igbimo Yoruba has condemned the call for the arrest of Chief Sunday Adeyemo Igboho, and advised the Oyo State Governor, Gov Seyi Makinde to embrace peaceful dialogue.
The apex coalition body of all Yoruba groups globally: Igbimo Apapo Yoruba Lagbaye umbrella body to the Yoruba Council of Youths Worldwide (YCYW) and Yoruba Council of Women Worldwide (YCWW) salutes Chief Adeyemo Sunday Igboho, Aare Agbaakin Akoni of Yoruba Land on his recent selfless quest to salvage the Yoruba Land from the daily attacks of the dreaded Fulani terrorists hiding under the decoy veil of common herdsmen or domiciled residents, but clandestinely committing unmitigated havocs, ranging from kidnapping, robbery, banditory and other sundry crimes.
We equally call for a peaceful amicable dialogue between the Oyo State Government under the amiable leadership of Engr. Seyi Makinde and Chief Sunday Igboho on the recent cracks in the wall of understanding, precipitating the urgent need for stringent synergy on information and intelligent sharing, hence no better time to act than now.
We use this medium to caution the IGP to thread softly on the call to the CP Oyo State for the arrest of Chief Igboho, considering the hydra headed nature of the crises, which is more positively driven than criminal intentions.
We equally seize this opportunity to call all Yoruba leaders, Federal and States Legislators, and other Non Yoruba Groups, men of the Nigerian Police Force to join voices and support the Oyo State led Amotekun Operatives, and the ongoing joint security intervention measures led by Chief Sunday Igboho to end this evil insurrection in Yoruba Land, particularly Igangan, Kishi, Awe, and Ibarapa areas of Oyo State, while all our gallant men of the Nigerian Army, DSS and other key traditional volunteers, intelligentsia and security frontiers are advised to key into this ongoing struggle of liberation from oppression and violence perpetrated by the dreaded Fulani terrorists occupying various towns and villages in Yoruba Land.
Hence, our urgent appeal to collectively confront and repel this dreaded terrorists led Fulani Killer Herdsmen in Oyo State and other parts of Yoruba Land, who have been on a violent rampaging killing spree, raping of our older women and young girls, mass destructions of properties and forceful takeover of farm lands to mention a few.
We equally use this medium to condemn the unwarranted forceful invasion of the Nigerian Military’s support of the Fulani herdsmen to graze in some parts of Yewa province of Ogun State unhindered, while residents were beaten and molested like animals, inevitably this provocative acts could lead to an unimaginable “double jeopardy” consequences.
We call on President Muhammadu Buhari led Federal Government to exercise its will power through the office of the National Security Adviser, Service Chiefs alongside the Inspector General of Police to immediately swing into full action towards ending another imminent rounds of insurgency in the Southwest, having ravaged the North for many decades till date.
However, if we noticed further persistent call for the arrest of Chief Sunday Adeyemo Igboho, we shall not hesitate to commence strict legal action for the protection of his fundamental rights at a court of competent jurisdiction forthwith.
We have emphatically spoken.
Aare Oladotun Hassan, Esq,
President.
Akowe Oodua Siyanbade Adekanbi,
Secretary General.
A new video has emerged showing two men reportedly kidnapped by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, pleading for assistance to secure their release.
One of the captives, former Biu Local Government Area Chairman Hassan Biu Miringa, revealed that their abductors are demanding a $300,000 ransom.
Miringa said he and another individual were taken in December 2025 and have remained in the custody of the militants.
In the video shared by Zagazola Makama, Miringa introduced himself, saying: “I am Hassan Biu Miringa, former Chairman of Biu Local Government from 2020 to 2022. Four years after my tenure, we were kidnapped by the soldiers of Khilafa about two weeks ago. Alhamdulillah, we are still alive, but we urgently need help to save our lives.”
He added that negotiations with the kidnappers had been underway, with some preliminary agreements reportedly reached.
“We have engaged them on four separate occasions and reached an understanding. We appeal to our leaders, especially Borno State Deputy Governor Alhaji Usman Umar Kadafur, the National Assembly representative for Biu, Kwaya, and Shani Hon. Betera Aliyu, as well as our community leaders, to temper justice with mercy and assist us. We are their children and have been working together,” Miringa said.
He confirmed the ransom demand, explaining that each captive is expected to pay $150,000, totaling $300,000 for their freedom, and pleaded for urgent intervention to reunite with their families.
The video highlights ongoing concerns over kidnappings and insecurity in southern Borno State, which have persisted despite government efforts to curb insurgent activity in the region.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday visited Port Harcourt City Local Government as part of his “thank you” visit across Rivers State.
Upon his arrival, a group of women displayed a symbolic gesture of loyalty by spreading their wrappers on the ground for his motorcade.
The women and supporters of the Minister were in a jubilant mode as Wike drove on the wrappers.
Wike has been going around local governments in the state to appreciate them for their support while reeling out moves ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In the course of his visits, the Minister had fired several salvos at political actors in the state, warning that their sudden support for President Bola Tinubu won’t secure them any ticket in 2027.
Wike also renewed rivalry with Governor Sim Fubara over the leadership control of the political space in the state.
The Rivers State House of Assembly has officially reaffirmed that the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, are ongoing and have not been suspended.
The Assembly said the process is still ongoing and is being conducted strictly in line with constitutional provisions.
This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Enemi George.
According to the statement, the impeachment process, which began on Thursday, January 8, 2026, remains on course in line with the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).
The lawmakers disclosed that separate notices of allegations bordering on gross misconduct have been served on both the governor and his deputy in line with Section 188 of the Constitution.
“The notices of allegations of gross misconduct against the Governor and the Deputy Governor have been duly forwarded to them by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule, and the House is awaiting their responses,” the statement said.
The Assembly maintained that it is constitutionally obligated to act in the interest of the rule of law and ensure that no public office holder acts outside legal boundaries.
Reacting to reports suggesting that the impeachment move had been halted, the House accused some individuals and media outlets of deliberately spreading misinformation to mislead the public and stir tension between the legislature and Rivers residents.
The lawmakers described such reports as false and insisted they would not succumb to intimidation, threats, or blackmail.
“We are aware of renewed attempts by certain persons and media platforms to misinform the public by claiming that the impeachment process has been discontinued. The public should disregard such falsehoods, as the process remains active,” the statement added.
The Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to democratic principles and constitutional responsibilities, stressing that it would not be distracted by what it termed “cheap propaganda.”
It also appreciated the people of Rivers State for their support and prayers amid the ongoing political developments and extended goodwill to Nigerians committed to the nation’s democratic journey.
JomogNews reports that during Thursday’s plenary session, presided over by the Speaker, the Majority Leader, Major Jack, formally read the notice of allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Fubara on the floor of the House.
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