AMURIC, Fulani Group Demand Probe of Fayose, Sunday Igboho Over Insecurity Claims
The Amalgamated Muslim Rights Concern (AMURIC) and The Concerned Fulani People of Nigeria (TCFPN) have jointly called on Nigerian security agencies and the Oyo State Government to investigate recent public statements made by Yoruba nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, and former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose regarding insecurity in the South-West.
In a statement issued on Friday, the groups expressed concern over allegations surrounding the recent kidnapping of schoolchildren in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
According to the statement, Sunday Igboho publicly alleged that certain politicians were behind acts of insecurity in the region and claimed he was prepared to reveal their identities. Former Governor Fayose also alleged during a television interview that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State had a role in orchestrating the kidnapping incident.
The statement, jointly signed by Ibrahim Agunbiade for AMURIC and Ibrahim Barkindo Chubado for TCFPN, noted that more than 48 hours after the remarks were made, there had been no visible action or official response from relevant authorities.
The groups described the silence as troubling given the gravity of the allegations and the prevailing security challenges across the country.
They stressed that although the comments may have political undertones, they should not be ignored because of their serious implications.
The organisations further stated that Muslims and Fulani communities have often been blamed for insecurity across Nigeria, adding that the claims by both individuals should therefore be thoroughly investigated to establish the truth.
AMURIC and TCFPN called on the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and other relevant security agencies to invite Fayose and Sunday Igboho to provide evidence and disclose any information they possess regarding those allegedly involved in kidnappings and terrorism in Oyo State and the wider South-West region.
The groups also maintained that if allegations had been made against Governor Makinde, lawful procedures should be followed to determine the facts in a competent court of law.
According to the statement, a transparent investigation would help restore public confidence and reduce ethnic and religious stigmatization linked to insecurity narratives.
The organisations reaffirmed their commitment to peace, justice, and national unity, while urging political leaders, religious authorities, and traditional institutions to avoid statements capable of deepening ethnic or religious divisions.
