Ilorin Youth Group Demands Disbandment of Iru-Ekun Over Alleged Obstruction of Tani-Olohun’s Arrest

Ilorin Youth Group Demands Disbandment of Iru-Ekun Over Alleged Obstruction of Tani-Olohun’s Arrest

The Ilorin Emirate Integrity Youth Vanguard (IEIYV) has called for the immediate disbandment of the Iru-Ekun group in Kwara State, following allegations that its members obstructed law enforcement officers during an attempted arrest of social commentator Azeez Adegbola Tani-Olohun.

The group also called for a thorough investigation into the alleged obstruction and prosecution of anyone found to have committed an offence in connection with the incident.

The position was contained in a statement issued on Friday, August 28, 2026, by the National President of the IEIYV, Mallam Alaburo Abdulsalam Sherif.

The youth organisation said its position was taken under the leadership and royal guidance of the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR.

According to the group, the alleged incident occurred in connection with attempts by law enforcement authorities to arrest Tani-Olohun over allegations bordering on criminal defamation, cyberstalking and cyberbullying.

The IEIYV condemned what it described as any attempt by individuals, organisations, traditional institutions, political interests or pressure groups to obstruct law enforcement officers from carrying out what it considers a lawful duty.

It maintained that no individual or group should place itself above the law or interfere with the judicial process, stressing that allegations of criminal conduct should be resolved through investigation and adjudication by competent authorities and courts.

The group also emphasised the importance of respecting court orders, describing them as expressions of the authority of the Nigerian judiciary which must be obeyed by citizens and organisations.

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It said where a person is accused of committing an offence, the appropriate course of action is to allow the relevant authorities to investigate the allegations and, where necessary, bring the matter before a competent court.

The IEIYV stressed, however, that its demand for legal action against Tani-Olohun should not be interpreted as a call for extrajudicial treatment of the accused.

It said Tani-Olohun should be afforded all rights and protections guaranteed under the Constitution and other relevant laws, while the allegations against him should be properly investigated.

Sherif said the association would not support any action capable of undermining the rule of law or creating the impression that influential individuals or organised groups could obstruct lawful processes without consequences.

He called for the allegations against Tani-Olohun to be subjected to proper investigation and, if the evidence establishes a prima facie case, for him to be prosecuted before a competent court.

The IEIYV also called for an investigation into all individuals alleged to have participated in the obstruction of the attempted arrest, saying anyone found to have incurred criminal liability should face prosecution in accordance with the law.

Five-point demand

Specifically, the group demanded the immediate disbandment of Iru-Ekun in Kwara State, subject to the appropriate legal and administrative procedures.

It further called for a comprehensive investigation into the alleged obstruction of Tani-Olohun’s arrest and urged the authorities to investigate every individual allegedly involved in the incident.

The group also demanded that Tani-Olohun be prosecuted before a competent court if investigations establish sufficient grounds for charges relating to criminal defamation, cyberstalking, cyberbullying or any other offences properly brought against him.

It equally urged all parties involved to adhere strictly to due process and the rule of law.

The youth group appealed to security agencies and other relevant authorities to handle the matter professionally and impartially, warning against actions capable of escalating tensions within the Ilorin Emirate.

It urged all parties to avoid conduct that could threaten peace, unity and peaceful coexistence in the emirate.

The association said its position was aimed at strengthening respect for constitutional institutions and ensuring that disputes involving individuals and groups were handled through established legal channels.

The IEIYV reaffirmed its commitment to the rule of law, peaceful coexistence and the protection of the dignity and unity of the Ilorin Emirate.

It maintained that justice should be allowed to take its proper course and that every person involved in the matter, including the accused, should be treated in accordance with Nigerian law.

The group concluded by stressing that the law must remain supreme and that no individual or organisation should be allowed to place itself above the law.

Ilorin Youth Group Demands Disbandment of Iru-Ekun Over Alleged Obstruction of Tani-Olohun’s Arrest