Yoruba Nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has regained his freedom after enduring two years of legal proceedings in Benin Republic. Igboho confirmed his release in a statement shared on his Instagram handle titled, “My Release in Benin Republic.”<\/p>\n
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In his statement, he expressed profound gratitude to various individuals and groups for their support throughout his ordeal. He particularly praised former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka, Professor Banji Akintoye, Ayo Adebanjo, several traditional rulers, and religious leaders for their instrumental roles in securing his release.<\/p>\n
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Recall that Igboho was arrested on Monday, July 19, 2021, at Cadj\u00e8houn Airport in Cotonou, Benin Republic, by the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) while attempting to travel to Germany.<\/p>\n
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His arrest followed his escape from Nigeria after a violent raid on his Soka residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, by the Department of State Services (DSS). The DSS had accused him of stockpiling arms, which led to his decision to seek refuge abroad.<\/p>\n
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In his words, Sunday Igboho expressed his heartfelt gratitude: “First of all, my sincere appreciation goes to God Almighty, the master of the universe, for making this day possible. I want to say a big thank you to all Yoruba sons and daughters all over the world for their love and support, before and after the loss of my dear mother, though she’s still kept at the morgue, waiting for me to give her the befitting burial that she deserves.<\/p>\n
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“I give special thanks to President Talon of Benin Republic and to all members of his cabinet. My gratitude goes to my heroic father, Professor Banji Akintoye, and Professor Wole Soyinka for their support in the course of the struggle. May God reward you, Baba, for standing courageously for our Yoruba nation and me. You promised to stand by me through my ordeal in Benin Republic, and you have fulfilled your promise.<\/p>\n
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“I will not forget to appreciate former President Olusegun Obasanjo and Baba Ayo Adebanjo for their roles, even though only God gives freedom. Let me use this opportunity to say thank you to all religious leaders, pastors, Muslim clerics, and traditional worshippers for their prayers day and night.<\/p>\n
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“Our royal fathers, Obas, and Chiefs in Yoruba land, your love and support are so appreciated. But we need more of your support to deliver our lands from slavery because Yoruba land is ours.<\/p>\n
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“Although I have many Obas on my list, such as the Olugbon of Orile Igbon and deputy chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas, Oba Francis Olushola Alao, Kabiesi Oba Topspin o ni Bariga of Bariga, Oba Tejuoso, Oni Kenta of Orile Kenta, Olugbo of Ugbo kingdom, Oba Fredrick Akinruntan Obateru, thanks immensely for your love.<\/p>\n
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“I must not forget to appreciate the Megarally USA under Prophet Ologunloluwa and the Directorate under the leadership of Barrister Ogedengbe. Special thanks to Ilana Omo Oodua, Canada, and Igbega Omo Oodua USA and Canada.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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