Sunday Igboho, visited the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, to offer a heartfelt apology for past remarks.
Ancient city of Ile-Ife buzzed with fervor on Saturday as Yoruba Nation activist Chief Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, visited the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, to offer a heartfelt apology for past remarks.
The visit, attended by notable Yoruba traditional rulers, chiefs, and supporters, marked a significant moment of reconciliation, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
In an emotional address, Igboho expressed deep regret for his earlier statements against the Ooni, stating, “I have offended the Ooni in the past, and I am here to seek his forgiveness. Whoever I may have offended should please forgive me.”
He acknowledged the Ooni’s unexpected support during his imprisonment in Benin Republic, saying, “I was astonished to learn that the Ooni played a pivotal role in securing my release in spite of my earlier criticisms.”
Igboho also sought the Ooni’s intervention to remove his name from a security watchlist and unfreeze his bank accounts, emphasizing his commitment to Yoruba security.
“My priority remains the security of Yorubaland. Our people are being killed, and we cannot continue like this,” he pleaded, adding, “Kabiyesi, please help us to make this possible.”
The Attah of Ayede-Ekiti, Oba Abdulmumini Orisagbemi, and the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Rasheed Olabomi, praised Igboho’s humility, assuring him of the traditional rulers’ forgiveness and the Ooni’s support in resolving his challenges. In response, the Ooni urged patience and humility, stating, “A patient and humble person will always triumph. When many of you abused me, I smiled because I understood.”
He revealed his efforts in advocating for Igboho, noting, “I had several private meetings with former President Muhammadu Buhari concerning you, and I thank God you are alive today.”
The Ooni commended President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and expressed optimism about resolving Igboho’s issues, declaring, “You are my son, and I am not angry with you. You are a pride to the Yoruba race.”
He assured, “All issues concerning your name on the wanted list and your frozen bank accounts will be resolved,” urging unity for Yorubaland’s progress.
“Let us put aside fights and unite for the progress of Yorubaland,” the Ooni concluded. (NAN)
