Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has responded sharply to criticism from activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore over comments on his style of activism.
In a statement released on Tuesday through his media aide, Olayomi Koiki, Igboho insisted that both his advocacy for improved security in the South-West and his support for Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election fall within his constitutional rights.
He argued that his actions are driven by a commitment to protect the interests of the Yoruba people and contribute to national development. Igboho also dismissed Sowore’s alleged description of his activism as “amala politics,” calling the remark trivial and undeserving of serious attention.
The statement rejected claims that his movement is politically motivated, maintaining instead that it focuses on grassroots security concerns across the South-West and Nigeria at large. It also questioned Sowore’s track record, asking what efforts he made toward securing Igboho’s release in the past.
Igboho further emphasised his independence in political decision-making, stating that he cannot be forced to support figures such as Peter Obi or Atiku Abubakar, nor align with Sowore’s political ideology.
According to the statement, his agitation stems from ongoing security challenges in Yorubaland, including kidnappings, attacks on farmers, and threats to traditional institutions. It stressed that his mission is centered on safeguarding lives and property rather than pursuing political office.
The statement contrasted Igboho’s approach with Sowore’s calls for nationwide revolution, arguing that localised security strategies are more practical in addressing immediate threats. It also pointed to recent security incidents in parts of Northern Nigeria as evidence of the urgency of the situation.
Koiki concluded that dismissing Igboho’s efforts as “amala politics” downplays the severity of the security crisis and undermines legitimate grassroots advocacy.