In a bold move, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Igboho, has taken the Yoruba Nation movement to the international stage by submitting a petition to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The petition, submitted on behalf of Prof. Adebanji Akintoye, leader of the Yoruba Nation movement, seeks the UK government’s intervention in establishing a Yoruba nation.
Igboho’s spokesman, Koiki, announced the development on his X page, stating, “At exactly 14:00 hrs Dr. Chief Sunday Igboho delivered a petition to the UK Prime Minister on behalf of Prof. Adebanji Akintoye, leader of the YORUBA NATION movement, and Olayomi Koiki, his spokesman @10DowningStreet.” The movement aims to create a country predominantly owned by indigenous Yoruba people.
Igboho has been at the forefront of the Yoruba Nation actualization. Previously, Prof. Akintoye accused the Nigerian government of attempting to coerce Igboho into abandoning his agitation. During Igboho’s imprisonment in Benin Republic, former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, allegedly offered Igboho billions of naira to renounce his demands. However, Igboho refused to sign the paper, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the cause.
The Yoruba Self-Determination Movement (YSDM) aims to achieve sovereignty for the Yoruba Nation through peaceful means ². With Igboho’s petition, the movement seeks international recognition and support for its quest. As the Yoruba Nation movement gains momentum, its leaders remain resolute in their pursuit of self-determination.
