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PHOTOS: Yoruba Nation Agitator Sunday Igboho Apologises To Ooni Of Ife, Pleads For Support To Clear Watchlist Status
Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, formally apologised to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, during a symbolic reconciliation visit to the Ile Oodua Palace in Ile-Ife on Saturday.
The move, witnessed by prominent Yoruba monarchs, traditional chiefs, and supporters, marked a major step toward mending strained relations between the activist and the revered monarch.
During the reconciliation meeting, Igboho prostrated before the Ooni and apologised for his previous public remarks against the monarch.
“I thank God for my life and for this moment. I never imagined Kabiyesi would honour me this way. I have offended him, and I am here to tender my apology,” Igboho said, according to PUNCH.
“Whoever I have wronged should also forgive me. A man may abuse a king in his absence, but no one insults a monarch to his face. Kabiyesi, please forgive me.”
The activist revealed that during his incarceration in the Benin Republic, he became aware of the Ooni’s behind-the-scenes efforts to secure his release, despite his earlier criticisms.
He used the opportunity to appeal for the monarch’s help in addressing lingering issues related to his security status.
“My priority is the security of our people. They are being killed, and I want to use my strength to defend them.
“I need your support to make this possible,” he pleaded, also requesting assistance in lifting his name from security watchlists and unfreezing his bank accounts.
Supporting the reconciliation, the Attah of Ayede-Ekiti, Oba Abdulmumini Orisagbemi, and the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Rasheed Olabomi, commended Igboho for demonstrating humility.
They assured Igboho of the forgiveness of Yoruba traditional rulers and expressed confidence in the Ooni’s willingness to intervene in resolving his challenges.
Responding to the heartfelt appeal, the Ooni embraced Igboho, describing him as a “brilliant and courageous son of Yorubaland” whose activism stemmed from genuine concern for his people.
“Patience and humility always prevail. Many insulted me when matters became difficult, but I remained calm because I understood.
“I held private discussions with former President Muhammadu Buhari over your case. I thank God that you are alive today,” the Ooni said.
Reaffirming his support, the monarch added, “You are my son, and I harbour no anger against you.
Some advised me not to receive you in Ife, but I told them you are fighting for our people.
All matters will be settled. We must put aside divisions and unite as one Yoruba family.”
The reconciliation is expected to open the door to further dialogue and support for Igboho, who has remained a polarising figure in the fight for Yoruba self-determination.
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