Gani Adams, Oodua Council leaders raise alarm over insecurity in Yorubaland
The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Ganiyu Abiodun Ige Adams, and prominent leaders of the Oodua socio-cultural establishment gathered at a high-level meeting marked by solemnity, urgency, and a renewed call for action over the insecurity that has crept into the region.
The session culminated in a powerful address by Adams, whose speech underscored the rising wave of insecurity sweeping through Yoruba-speaking regions and the urgent need for collective vigilance.
In the address, Adams said Yorubaland is currently facing “perilous times”.
He described an escalating infiltration of terrorists, bandits, and foreign-backed criminal groups across the states in the South West.
He recalled prior warnings he had issued to governors, which, according to him, went largely unheeded.
As a result, violent incidents, kidnappings, killing of traditional rulers, and mass displacement of communities have intensified.
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He expressed deep concern that terrorists are now mobilising within forests with the intention of advancing on major towns and cities.
Adams stressed that this threat, if unchecked, could alter “the topography, landscape, and history” of the Yoruba people.
He also advocated for a South West Security Summit, involving traditional rulers, farmers, businessmen, religious leaders, herders, and security agencies.
He lamented that the government has yet to treat this proposal with the seriousness it deserves.
In a controversial but bold stance, Adams welcomed the proposal by US President Donald Trump to support efforts aimed at flushing out terrorists in Nigeria.
He argued that if local governments fail to act, foreign assistance should not be opposed, citing America’s past rescue operations in Nigerian territory.
Throughout his speech, he emphasised intelligence gathering, community vigilance, and a rapid regional response to the ongoing security challenges.
He concluded with a rallying call for unity and swift action to preserve peace in Yorubaland.
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