Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has threatened to reveal the identities of politicians he claims are sponsoring criminal activities, including the recent abduction of students in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Speaking during a meeting with newly elected executives of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), led by Akinteye Babatunde, at his residence in the Soka area of Ibadan, Igboho alleged that certain politicians were providing financial and logistical support to kidnappers operating in the region.
In a video that has since circulated online, Igboho claimed he offered to assist in rescuing the abducted students but was not granted approval by the state government.
According to him, the kidnappers allegedly warned that any attempt by him or his supporters to intervene could put the lives of the victims at greater risk.
"If they don't stop these activities, I will mention the names of the politicians behind them. I know those funding them and supplying them with weapons," he said.
Igboho further alleged that some political actors were deliberately creating insecurity to destabilise the country and undermine the administration of President Bola Tinubu.
He maintained that he had never requested financial support from the Oyo State Government for any rescue operation and insisted that his proposed security outfit, Iru Ekun Security Network, was established to help tackle criminal activities in the South-West.
The activist also expressed frustration over restrictions placed on the operation of the security network, despite claiming to have secured approval from federal authorities.
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His comments come weeks after armed men abducted dozens of pupils and teachers during attacks on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15.
The schools affected included Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota; Community Grammar School, Esiele; and L.A. Primary School.
The incident sparked widespread outrage across Oyo State and renewed concerns about the growing insecurity in parts of the South-West.
One of the abducted teachers, Michael Oyedokun, was later killed by the kidnappers, further intensifying public concern and calls for stronger security measures.
Security agencies have continued rescue operations and investigations into the attacks, while the Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to restoring safety in affected communities.
Meanwhile, Igboho has called for greater support for community-based security initiatives, insisting that local knowledge and coordinated action are crucial to flushing out criminal groups operating within forest reserves and remote communities.
