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Sunday Igboho Rejects Nationwide Protests, Advocates for Dialogue

Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has opposed the nationwide protests scheduled for August 1, addressing the country’s difficulties....For More READ THE FULL STORY▶▶

Igboho criticized the protests, stating, “These unknown and faceless individuals aim to disintegrate the country.” He praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for implementing revolutionary policies and warned that the protests could be hijacked by those with ulterior motives.

While acknowledging the constitutional right to peaceful protest, Igboho stressed, “Calls for unconstitutional regime change are unacceptable.” He noted that during President Buhari’s tenure, protests were focused on community protection, not destabilization.

Igboho highlighted the global nature of economic hardships and praised the government’s efforts to alleviate them, such as increasing the minimum wage from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000. He described the protest as “politically motivated” and urged Yoruba people to reject it. He emphasized the need for democratic processes to achieve change, urging patience until the 2027 elections. Igboho warned against violence, stating, “We will firmly resist any attempts to instigate violence. Stay off the streets during protest days.”

Igboho called for dialogue, urging cooperation between the government, protest organizers, and supporters to address the nation’s challenges….For More READ THE FULL STORY▶▶

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