My Call For South-West Security Not Attack On Any Ethnic Group — Sunday Igboho

Yoruba self-determination activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has clarified that his call for security in the South-West region was not intended as an attack on any ethnic group.

Igboho, who has been a prominent voice in the agitation for the security and protection of the South-West, explained that his advocacy was solely aimed at safeguarding the lives and property of residents in the region, rather than targeting any particular ethnic group.

The activist stressed that his demand for improved security in the South-West stemmed from genuine concerns over the safety of the people, particularly in the face of rising insecurity, including cases of kidnapping, banditry, and other violent crimes.

He maintained that his call should not be misconstrued or misinterpreted as an act of hostility or aggression towards any ethnic nationality, insisting that his focus remained on the protection of the people of the region.

Igboho emphasised that the safety and well-being of residents in the South-West, irrespective of their ethnic background, remained his primary concern, dismissing any insinuation that his advocacy was ethnically motivated.

The activist called for unity, peaceful coexistence, and mutual respect among the various ethnic groups in the region, stressing that his agitation was driven by the need to ensure security and not to incite division or hostility.

He urged the people to understand the true intent behind his call, reiterating that his advocacy was rooted in the desire to protect lives, secure communities, and promote peace in the South-West.

Igboho's clarification comes amid reactions and interpretations that trailed his earlier remarks on the security situation in the region, with some quarters expressing concerns over the implications of his statements.

The activist has, over the years, remained a vocal advocate for the security and interests of the Yoruba people, often calling for measures to address the security challenges confronting the South-West.

He reaffirmed his commitment to the cause of protecting the region, while emphasising the importance of harmonious relations among the diverse ethnic groups residing in the South-West.

Igboho appealed to all parties to embrace peace and work together towards addressing the security challenges affecting not just the South-West, but the country as a whole.

The issue of insecurity has remained a major concern across various parts of Nigeria, with stakeholders and groups consistently calling for effective measures to protect lives and property.

As reactions continue to trail the development, Igboho's clarification is expected to provide further context to his earlier remarks and reinforce his position on the security situation in the region.