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By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan
Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, has called on the Federal Government (FG) to remove his name from its wanted list and prioritise security in the South-West zone.
Chief Adeyemo made the call during a visit to the Olugbon of Orile Igbon, Oba Francis Olusola Alao, in his palace.
The agitator, who came to the Olugbon’s palace with an entourage, said his visit was to seek the backing of Oba Alao for his full freedom and reintegration into Nigeria.
“I am not happy that I am not free in my own fatherland. I want the Federal Government to remove my name from its wanted list, because I am not a criminal. A lot of people are threatening to kill me; I cannot sleep in my house.
“The other time, I went to the Nigerian embassy in Germany to obtain a passport; they told me the Federal Government had written to them that I was on the wanted list. I just want to be free. The security situation in the South-West is alarming and demands urgent attention,” he said.
Igboho expressed deep appreciation to Oba Alao for his unwavering support throughout his ordeal, saying “Oba Olugbon is one of the traditional rulers who stood by me, supported me, and encouraged me. I do not take that love for granted.”
While speaking on regional security, he urged the government to appoint competent individuals to safeguard the South-West, stating that if they could not let him handle it, it should be assigned to a capable person and he would give his full support.
In his remarks, the Olugbon described Igboho as a true patriot whose activism contributed to the emergence of a Yoruba president, assuring him of his backing with a promise to engage the Alaafin of Oyo and other stakeholders to secure his total freedom.
“You are not a criminal. Your efforts played a role in the emergence of a Yoruba president. I appeal to President Bola Tinubu to pardon you and fully restore your rights. I also urge all South-West governors to speak with one voice and approach the President on your behalf. Enough of your time abroad—we need you back home,” Oba Alao said.
