Sunday Igboho Condemns Planned Nationwide Protests

Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has publicly denounced the planned nationwide protests set to commence on August 1. In a statement released late last night, Sunday Igboho criticized the protests, which aim to address the increasing hardships in Nigeria. He described the organizers as “unknown and faceless individuals” who are allegedly attempting to destabilize the country.

Sunday Igboho emphasized the significant policies implemented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since assuming office on May 29, 2023. He noted that Tinubu has taken bold steps that previous administrations avoided due to a lack of political will. According to Sunday Igboho, these measures have unsettled individuals who believe they are entitled to rule Nigeria, leading to efforts to undermine Tinubu’s administration, particularly through social media campaigns aimed at creating discord between the government and the people.

Opposition to Unconstitutional Regime Change

Chief Sunday Igboho underscored that while peaceful protests are a constitutional right, advocating for an unconstitutional regime change is not. He pointed out that during President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight-year tenure, no protests called for a regime change from the Southwest, despite significant challenges and atrocities faced by the region. Sunday Igboho clarified that past protests were aimed at protecting communities rather than destabilizing the country.

Sunday Igboho, along with the Yoruba Nation Movement, firmly declared their refusal to participate in any protests intended to use the Southwest as a battleground for political upheaval. He stressed that the Yoruba nation will not support any efforts to disintegrate Nigeria. Sunday Igboho acknowledged that economic hardship is a global issue and not unique to Nigeria, noting that governments worldwide are implementing measures to alleviate these challenges.

Advocacy for Democratic Processes

Sunday Igboho highlighted the measures introduced by President Tinubu’s administration to mitigate economic hardships, such as reducing food prices and increasing the minimum wage from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000. He argued that the planned protests are politically motivated and called on Yoruba people and all Nigerians to reject the movement. Sunday Igboho insisted that President Tinubu should be allowed to complete his term in office, just as President Buhari was allowed to do.

He urged members of the Yoruba Nation and the broader community to resist participating in the protests, emphasizing that they do not serve the interests of the Yoruba people or the Igboho issued a stern warning to individuals or groups attempting to incite violence under the guise of these protests, advising them to stay off the streets across Yorubaland on the designated protest days and in the future. “To be forewarned is to be forearmed,” he concluded, reinforcing the Yoruba Nation’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability.

Sunday Igboho Call for Unity and Constitutional Respect

Sunday Igboho’s remarks also included a call for unity and adherence to constitutional principles. He underscored the importance of addressing grievances through lawful and peaceful means rather than resorting to actions that could jeopardize national stability. Igboho’s opposition to the planned protests is rooted in his belief that such actions could lead to unnecessary conflict and hinder the nation’s progress.

Furthermore, Sunday Igboho urged Nigerians to recognize the efforts being made by the current administration to tackle the country’s challenges. He called for patience and support for President Tinubu’s initiatives, emphasizing that change takes time and requires collective effort. Igboho’s message serves as a reminder of the need for constructive dialogue and cooperation in navigating the nation’s socio-economic issues.

He urged members of the Yoruba Nation and the broader community to resist participating in the protests, emphasizing that they do not serve the interests of the Yoruba people or the nation. Igboho issued a stern warning to individuals or groups attempting to incite violence under the guise of these protests, advising them to stay off the streets across Yorubaland on the designated protest days and in the future. “To be forewarned is to be forearmed,” he concluded, reinforcing the Yoruba Nation’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability.