Igboho ultimatum results in release of kidnapped family

A family abducted in Igboho, Oyo State, has been released following a public ultimatum issued by Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho. The victims, including a pregnant woman, her children, and a sibling, were reportedly freed after days in captivity, prompting widespread celebration among local residents.

The abduction occurred during a midnight raid on the family's residence. According to reports, the armed kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of 300 million naira, later reducing the amount to 150 million naira during negotiations. The incident was further complicated by allegations that a pregnant woman and a person delivering ransom money were killed.

The reported killings and ongoing captivity drew a sharp response from Igboho, a prominent activist from the area. In a video address directed at Fulani community leaders and traditional representatives in Igboho, he condemned the abductions and issued a two-hour ultimatum for the family's release. "You can't be kidnapping in my father's land and expect me to keep quiet. I'm an original indigene of Igboho land," Igboho stated. He alleged that the perpetrators were known within the community...