Igboho sunday latest news
I'm assuming you're referring to Sunday Igboho, a Nigerian activist and leader of the Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC). Here are some of the latest news updates about him:
Recent News:
- Sunday Igboho's House Raided: On July 1, 2021, the Nigerian police raided Igboho's residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, and arrested several of his aides. The raid was reportedly in connection with the alleged murder of a traditional chief in the area.
- Igboho's Aides Released: On July 2, 2021, the police released 12 of Igboho's aides who were arrested during the raid on his residence. The released aides were taken to the police headquarters in Ibadan for questioning.
- Igboho's Wife Arrested: On July 3, 2021, the police arrested Igboho's wife, Olufunke Igboho, at their residence in Ibadan. She was reportedly taken away for questioning in connection with the alleged murder of the traditional chief.
- Igboho's Supporters Protest: On July 4, 2021, Igboho's supporters protested in Ibadan, demanding the release of their leader and his aides. The protesters claimed that the police were harassing and intimidating Igboho and his followers.
- Igboho's Lawyer Demands Release: On July 5, 2021, Igboho's lawyer, Yomi Alliyu, demanded the release of his client and his aides, saying that they were being held illegally. Alliyu claimed that the police had no right to arrest Igboho and his aides without a warrant.
Background:
Sunday Igboho is a prominent figure in the Yoruba nation, a ethnic group in southwestern Nigeria. He is known for his advocacy for the rights of the Yoruba people and his opposition to the Fulani herdsmen, who he claims are responsible for the killings and kidnappings in the region.
Igboho has been involved in several controversies in the past, including a confrontation with the police in 2020 over the alleged killing of a Yoruba youth by a Fulani herdsman. He has also been accused of being involved in the murder of a traditional chief in Oyo State, which he denies.
Sources:
- Punch Newspapers
- Vanguard Newspapers
- The Nation Newspapers
- Premium Times
- BBC News
Please note that the news updates may be subject to change as new information becomes available.