• Say Yoruba nation under existential threat
• Yoruba groups call for state police to curb insecurity in South-West
• Obi meets Afenifere leaders, reaffirms drive for inclusive, united Nigeria
Thought leaders in Yorubaland, under the aegis of The Yoruba Initiative (TYLPI), have said that the plan for Yoruba Nation is under existential threats.
In response to growing insecurity, economic distress, and a perceived erosion of core Yoruba values,
TYLPI, which is a non-political, non-religious and socio-cultural organisation, spoke in response to growing insecurity, economic distress, and a perceived erosion of core Yoruba values during a virtual town hall meeting themed: “Is the Yoruba Nation Under Threat?”
The leaders examined the multifaceted threats facing the Yoruba people and proposed strategic solutions for lasting peace and development.
Leading the conversation, a policy analyst, Dr Akin Fapohunda, delivered the keynote presentation, setting the tone for in-depth discussions.
Also, in a communiqué jointly signed by Dr Olusegun Ahmadu (President), Akoni Olufemi Adefemiwa (General Secretary) and Dr Yemi Farounbi (Chairman, Board of Trustees), the group said it would mobilise civil society organisations, legislators, and thought leaders to push for true federalism, enabling regional control over resources, security, and development.
The group, however, reaffirmed its dedication to mobilising Yoruba stakeholders worldwide towards building a united, secure, and forward-looking Yoruba nation, within the framework of a fair and equitable Nigerian federation.
RELATEDLY, self-determination groups in the South-West region, under the aegis of the Yoruba Assembly, have expressed serious concerns over the worsening security situation in the region, stressing that the only solution to addressing cases of
kidnapping, banditry, and other crimes is through the establishment of state police.
The self-determination groups gave the charge during a two-day parley, tagged: “Western Nigeria Global Summit on Security and Livelihood, Lagos-Jebba-Warri,” which took place in Lagos and was attended by members drawn from across the region.
They, however, pleaded with the South-West governors to support the establishment of state police.
MEANWHILE, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has met with leaders of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, to discuss Nigeria’s pressing challenges and pathways to national unity.
The meeting, held under the chairmanship of Oba Oladipo Olaitan, who also heads a coalition of ethnic nationality groups, including PANDEF and the Middle Belt Forum, explored critical issues, such as education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation.
Obi lauded Afenifere for its courage and unwavering commitment to fearless justice and unity of Nigeria, urging the group to remain steadfast in advocating equity and fairness across the federation.
