The Yoruba nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Saturday commended President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of the acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, saying his rich experience in crime fighting would stem insecurity in the country.
Disu was recently appointed as the acting Inspector General of Police, after the exit of Kayode Egbetokun.
He also expressed optimism that the new acting IGP’s previous strategic appointments and educational background will serve as catalyst to revitalize the Nigerian Police Force.
Igboho, in a statement forwarded to journalists, made this disclosure during a visit to the chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), Hashimu Argungu.
Accompanied by a retired Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Taiwo Lakano and the Olugbon of Orile Igbon, Oba Francis Olushola Alao, he canvassed support for the re-election of Tinubu in 2027, saying “Nigerians, irrespective of ethnic, religious and political divides, should be united in supporting the progressive socioeconomic growth of the nation.”
While also appreciating the Department of State Security (DSS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Commission (NSCDC), Nigerian Immigration Services (NIS) and other paramilitary agencies for their efforts in securing the country, Igboho restated his commitment for effective partnership in the nation’s security sector.
The statement reads, “During the meeting, we discussed key issues regarding security and peace in the South West and Nigeria in general. I assured our host of my readiness and commitment to synergise in ensuring a safer and more secure Yorubaland if given approval by President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government.
“Without peaceful and enabling atmosphere in the society, we cannot achieve any meaningful growth for our country. That is the more reason everyone should cooperate with the government at all tiers to guarantee peace and tranquility in Nigeria.
“Various issues affecting South West were painstakingly discussed and solutions proffered. For the sake of peace, I want to affirm my position that the Ibos should present a common front to midwife the release of the leader, Independent People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who is currently serving life jail in Sokoto Correctional facility, “the statement concluded.