Igboho Rejects Sowore, Defends Activism, Political Support for Tinubu

Igboho Rejects Sowore, Defends Activism, Political Support for Tinubu

Yoruba nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has rejected claims by human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore that his activism and political positions are “transactional politics”. Igboho said Sowore’s remarks misrepresent his work and undermine his efforts to address insecurity in the South‑West and promote Nigeria’s growth.

Sowore made the comment in a viral social media video, accusing some regional agitators and influencers of aligning with political actors for personal or material gain. He suggested that Igboho’s public support for President Bola Tinubu’s potential 2027 re‑election bid reflected opportunistic engagement rather than principled activism.

In response, Igboho’s media aide, Olayomi Koiki, issued a statement from Ibadan, Oyo State, dismissing Sowore’s remarks as insignificant and unworthy of public attention. Igboho emphasised that his advocacy and political positions are constitutional rights, aimed at advancing the collective interests of the Yoruba people and improving security across the region.

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Igboho explained that his support for Tinubu and his activism are rooted in addressing real security challenges in Yorubaland, including killings of farmers, highway kidnappings, and attacks on traditional rulers and royal institutions. Koiki stressed that these issues, rather than any personal ambition, are the foundation of the Igboho movement.

Highlighting Sowore’s credibility, Igboho questioned how many protests Sowore organised to secure his freedom and noted inconsistencies between his daily lifestyle and his claimed advocacy for the masses. He asserted his right to independent political choices, stating that he cannot be compelled to endorse other political figures such as Peter Obi or Atiku Abubakar.

Igboho also pointed to recent security incidents in northern Nigeria, including explosions in Maiduguri, as evidence of the need for localized approaches to protect communities. He insisted that labeling his activism as “amala politics” undermines the urgency of the security crisis and the legitimacy of grassroots efforts.

The dispute underscores tensions within Nigeria’s activist and political networks over strategy, ideology, and engagement with mainstream politics, particularly as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.

Igboho Rejects Sowore, Defends Activism, Political Support for Tinubu