The residence of Chief Sunday Adeyemo aka Sunday Igboho, a Yoruba activist and prominent agitator for the independence of the Yoruba nation was reportedly attacked by gunmen.
The yet-to-be-identified gunmen who adorned Nigerian military camouflage stormed the Ibadan residence of the separatist leader in the early hours of Thursday, July 1, 2021.
In a live feed captured by the media page of Igboho’s spokesperson, Mr. Olayomi Koiki, which has been viral on social media, it could be observed that even though Igboho was not at home at the time of the incident, the attack was carried with destruction in mind.
While his properties and furniture, including, his vehicles – a G-wagon and a Prado jeep – suffered a certain degree of damage, ranging from the shattered windscreen to bullet holes, a serious amount of bloodstain could be seen on the floor of the sitting room.
At the time of this report, it is not clear whose blood was on the floor of the house as captured by the live video, however, it has been widely reported that seven persons were killed and Sunday Igboho’s wife was abducted during the invasion with her whereabouts still unknown.
This is coming, just hours after the federal government announced that they have rearrested the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.
Several online media have reported that the attack was carried out by the Nigerian military because of the army uniform worn by the unknown assailants however, the Nigerian Army has since distanced itself from the incident at the home of Sunday Igboho.
In his reaction, the leader of the Umbrella Body of Yoruba Self-Determination Groups, Ilana Omo Oodua (IOO), Prof Banji Akintoye, in a statement said the attack was carried out by the Nigerian Army.
“This is an emergency response to an emergency matter by Ilana Omo Oodua. Around 1am today Thursday 1st July 2021, the Ibadan, Oyo State Residence of one of the leading men in our struggle for Self-Determination in Yoruba Land, Chief Sunday Adeyemo fondly called Sunday Igboho was unfortunately attacked by gunmen.
“I want to say to the whole world that the attack was carried out by the elements of the Nigerian Army who were accompanied by International Terrorists hired by the Nigerian State.
“The assailants spoke the French language fluently. Seven people were killed by the attackers, with their corpses were taken away. Scores of people, including the wife of Chief Igboho, were also taken away by the gunmen.
“Let me state without any fear or intimidation that the Muhammadu Buhari-led administration was responsible for the war that has just been declared against the peace-loving people of Yoruba land.
“We have been peaceful since the inception of this struggle. We have adhered to both the Nigerian and International laws guiding the agitation for self-determination.
“All our agitations have been peaceful, orderly, and lawfully executed. We have commended the officers of the Nigerian Police many time for being professional in their modus of operations in relating to our protests and rallies for Self-Determination in Yoruba Cities.
“Therefore, I say on behalf of the Yoruba people that this attack on Chief Igboho’s house was unnecessary, unfortunate, wicked, callous, cruel, irresponsible, illegal, and atrocious.
“We are holding the Muhammadu Buhari-led administration responsible for this barbaric attack. This is a declaration of war against peace-loving people.
“I call on our people across at home and in the diaspora to immediately begin mass protests in front of palaces in Yoruba land, and opposite the offices of the United Nations, European Union, British, French and United States Governments.
“We want to confirm again that the Pro-Yoruba Nation rally scheduled to hold on Saturday, July 3rd, in Lagos will proceed as scheduled.”
Don’t Make Peace Deals with bandits – Defence Minister warns State Govts
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, rtd, has warned state governments to steer clear of any proposed peace deal with bandits.
Musa issued this warning in an interview with BBC Hausa, saying that the Federal Government has consistently advised all levels of government against negotiating with armed groups.
Describing such arrangements as dangerous, counter-productive, and a threat to national security, the minister stressed that bandits cannot be trusted to honour any agreement.
According to him, negotiations only embolden criminal networks, weaken military operations, and prolong insecurity.
“The Federal Government’s position is clear. There would be no negotiated settlements, no ransom payments, and no legitimisation of armed groups terrorising communities,” he said.
Musa called on governors to align with the federal security strategy, stating that sustained military pressure, intelligence-led operations, and community cooperation remain the only viable path to restoring peace.
The minister’s warning followed growing public outrage over reports of state-level peace initiatives and planned releases of suspected bandits, moves critics say undermine justice and demoralise security forces.
Musa, in the same vein, appealed to citizens to stop aiding bandits with food, money, or information, warning that such support fuels violence and delays national stability.
The Katsina State Government had allegedly initiated the process for the release of about 70 suspected and convicted bandits.
Ahead of the 2027 general election, there’s rising political tension in Abia State, with some opposition leaders in the State hell-bent on stopping Governor Alex Otti’s re-election.
The opposition figures, many of whom previously held power in the state, have threatened that Otti will not be reelected for a second term as governor in 2027.
These figures have also been holding political meetings and issuing public statements against Otti’s administration. Two former Governors of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Chief Theodore Ahamefule Orji, alongside other former political leaders, said they have allied to unseat Governor Otti in the 2027 general election.
According to them, they intend to win all elective positions in Abia for the All Progressives Congress, APC.
The duo met in Umuahia and resolved to forge a common front they christened, ‘The Team,’ a platform for their political battle against Otti and other anti-APC interests.
In addition, the group signalled that it will institute a legal action against Otti for allegedly running Abia from his Nvosi country home instead of the Government House, Umuahia.
Kalu described the assembly as a platform for experienced leaders who want to reclaim their relevance in the state’s political landscape.
The Abia North senator rejected narratives portraying previous governments as ineffective, insisting that their legacies live on.
The former Abia governor said, “Leadership is a relay. I handed over to Senator T.A. Orji, who handed over to Okezie Ikpeazu. No single individual can claim we achieved nothing. If we did nothing, where would our people be today?”
Otti hasn’t done better, he’s repainting roads – Kalu
While addressing journalists recently, Senator Kalu accused Governor Otti of not doing much with the allocation the state is getting from the federal government.
He claimed that the governor was only repainting roads he (Kalu) built during his time as the state governor.
Kalu said he won’t work for Ottis’ reelection in 2027 even though he delivered for Otti in the last gubernatorial election in 2023.
He said: “I consider the Governor as my friend. And two years, I’ve never criticized. I never said anything, and they shot the first salvo. I replied by telling them that I will work for APC to win.
“We worked for him to win 2023. We are not going to do that again. What is wrong with that? Is that why I should receive insults? It is not acceptable to me. I’m going to work for my party.
“If he has done better, I don’t know about that, because you can see that what I did in two years as a governor, the records are there for you to see. The money Otti receives in four months is what I received in eight years. That is the truth.
“He is just repainting and rebuilding the roads I built as a governor from 1999 to 2007. I’ve not seen any new major roads taking place.
“I’m in the Senate, and all the roads I’m doing in communities are brand new farmland roads.”
Wizkid Becomes First African Artist to Surpass 10 Billion Spotify Streams
Nigerian megastar Wizkid has become the first African artist to exceed 10 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. This milestone, confirmed by industry trackers, cements his status as a trailblazer who has propelled African music onto the international stage.
Born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, his journey from rising star to the face of Afrobeats and subsequently global stardom is a testament to his innovative sound, strategic collaborations, constant evolution, and massive fanbase.
This record-breaking feat arrives amid a surge in Afrobeats’ popularity, with Wizkid at the forefront. As of early January 2026, Wizkid boasts more than 13 million monthly listeners on Spotify. His catalogue continues to resonate with fans worldwide, blending traditional African rhythms with contemporary R&B, dancehall, and pop elements.
His streams have been bolstered by a mix of solo hits, features, and albums that have amassed billions of plays.
Wizkid’s ascent to this Spotify pinnacle began in the early 2010s with his debut album Superstar (2011), which introduced infectious tracks like “Holla at Your Boy” and “Don’t Dull,” establishing him as the next big thing.
However, it was his 2014 single “Ojuelegba” that truly marked a turning point, not just for his career but for the entire Afrobeats movement. “Ojuelegba” captured the raw hustle of urban life in Nigeria, blending heartfelt lyrics with infectious rhythms. It became an anthem for dreamers, hustlers, and underdogs across Africa. With over 100 million streams on Spotify, “Ojuelegba” was the first Afrobeats track to attract major mainstream artists for a remix, featuring Drake and Skepta in 2015, which unlocked unprecedented international awareness and critical acclaim for the genre.
This remix propelled Afrobeats into global conversations and is rightfully considered one of the greatest Afrobeats songs of all time.
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