Yoruba nation activist Sunday Igboho submitted a petition to the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, urging him to intervene in the struggle for the self-determination of the Yoruba people in Nigeria. Igboho’s petition reportedly seeks to bring international attention to the grievances of the Yoruba ethnic group, highlighting issues such as marginalization, insecurity, and the call for an independent Yoruba nation.
Sunday Igboho, whose real name is Sunday Adeyemo, became well-known for his activism against the perceived injustices faced by the Yoruba people in Nigeria, especially regarding security concerns tied to clashes between local communities and Fulani herdsmen. He fled Nigeria after being declared wanted by the government for allegedly inciting violence and attempting to destabilize the country.
The petition to the UK government is part of Igboho’s broader efforts to gain international support for the Yoruba nation’s cause, following similar appeals to the United Nations and other global bodies. His legal team is likely aiming to use the petition to push for international pressure on the Nigerian government regarding human rights and the right to self-determination.
