Personality in Focus
Prof Banji Akintoye Berates the 2023 General Election
By Kayode Emola
In an interview granted to the Yoruba World Media last weekend, Prof Akintoye berated the ongoing 2023 General election stating that what the Yoruba people need is an independent Yoruba nation. Prof. Akintoye stated that the international observers will have noticed that southern Nigeria especially the Yoruba region was heavily militarised during this election. This cannot be a way to conduct a free and fair election.
The Inspector General (IG) of Police some few weeks ago made a statement that the Yoruba people were amassing guns and other weapons to disrupt the 2023 elections which was not true. It is now clear to the whole world that the IG statement was just a ruse for the federal government to intimidate the Yoruba people. We have made it clear that we cannot be intimidated in our own land and we stand ready to defend it, no matter what. A few years ago, President Buhari made a coded statement for any Fulani in West Africa to come to Nigeria even without proper documentation and since then, they have been coming in large numbers since 2015. Once arrived in Nigeria, they are automatically given Nigeria citizenship and the right to vote which is an insult to the indigenous peoples of Nigeria.
Recall that a former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo, has stated previously that the Fulani are planning for a war in Nigeria and it is the plan of the Fulani to conquer the indigenous peoples of Nigeria and take over their land. Prof. Akintoye stated that there is already a silent war going on amidst the election as innocent people are being kidnapped on a daily basis on the highway. Farmers are unable to go to their farms for fear of being kidnapped and maimed by Fulani militias.
It is now clear to the world that the government has always been looking for an excuse to invade the Yorubaland. We have always conducted our self-determination struggle with the utmost decorum and all our rallies have been peaceful. Our rally in Ibadan had over 1.5 million people in attendance and we thought that was big, however, when we went to other Yoruba cities, the crowd grew bigger and bigger until our rally in Ado Ekiti recorded over 3.5 million people in 2021. All we are trying to do is to take our Yoruba nation out of the barbarism of Nigeria. Nigeria is no longer a safe place for the Yoruba people and we need to get out now.
Nothing is safe in Nigeria and in the last 2 weeks, it has been madness everywhere in Nigeria. First, it was petroleum products that were not made available and then it became no currency for the people to spend. This caused distress to many of our people as some people resulted in stripping themselves naked in banking halls. The failed currency redesign has caused riots on the streets, in all of this, the government is now resulting in using the army to intimidate our people.
This is the true situation of things in Nigeria so I want the international observers to see what is happening and not the ruse that the government is projecting. What the government is showcasing to the world is untrue, the brutality on our people is inhumane and we cannot tolerate the oppressive Nigeria regime. There is a destructive war in Nigeria that the government is not showing, and this is what I want you to take back to your respective countries.
To my Yoruba people, I congratulate us as we inch closer to victory, and for being peaceful throughout our campaign. Many people have asked what happens after the elections? Elections may be taking place today but it doesn’t mean that we are happy. Even after the elections, it doesn’t mean that the country may not disintegrate. We just continue to press on with our quest for an independent Yoruba nation.
It doesn’t mean that we will cause any trouble, the trouble will come from those who are embittered by the results of the election in Nigeria and we will be ready to take our Yoruba country out by then. We will not ferment any trouble but my prayers are that there should be a situation in Nigeria that will cause will give us the opportunity to take our Yoruba nation out of Nigeria.
Even if a new president comes into office, we will continue to fight and we are now fighting better. We now have a lot of our people in several countries working for us, most of them are even doing it without us giving them any money and they are getting good results. I say to you my Yoruba people, we will be free very soon and be able to build the most prosperous black nation on earth.
Kayode Emola is the Spokesperson for Prof. Akintoye
The Chairman/CEO of Adron Group, who is also Otun Akile of Remoland, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, has joined well-wishers across Remoland and beyond to celebrate the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, His Royal Majesty Oba Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, Torungbuwa II, as he marks his 63rd birthday.
In his heartfelt tribute, Aare Emmanuelking described the Akarigbo as a ruler whose life radiates uncommon wisdom, authenticity, and grace. He noted that under Oba Ajayi’s steady and visionary leadership, the Remo Kingdom has continued to flourish, earning him the admiration of his people and respect across Yoruba land.
He praised the monarch’s intellectual brilliance, humility, and deep compassion, qualities he described as central to the Akarigbo’s enduring impact. “Your Majesty’s wisdom illuminates minds, your presence uplifts hearts, and your life exemplifies the harmony of intellect, humility, and grace,” Aare Emmanuelking stated.
He further highlighted that Akarigbo’s reign has been one of dignity, intention, and positive transformation. According to him, it is the character of the man behind the crown that truly endears Oba Ajayi to the people, noting that his counsel often “creates ripples of influence far beyond the palace walls.”
As Kabiyesi marks his 63rd year, Aare Emmanuelking offered prayers for continued good health, peace, joy, and divine wisdom, expressing confidence that the monarch’s legacy of service and enlightenment will continue to guide future generations.
Oba Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, who ascended the throne in 2017, is widely regarded as a progressive and community-focused leader, one whose modern, people-centric approach has strengthened unity and development across Remoland.
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed General Christopher Musa, the former Chief of Defence Staff, as the country’s new Minister of Defence.
The announcement was contained in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu.
Musa, who retired from the military just 40 days ago, was nominated by President Tinubu on Tuesday to succeed former Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, who stepped down on health grounds.
According to Onanuga’s statement, the Senate approved Musa’s appointment on Wednesday through a voice vote, following a thorough screening session during which lawmakers posed numerous questions.
“Senate confirms Gen. Christopher Musa as Minister of Defence The Senate has confirmed the former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, as the Minister of Defence. The Senate confirmed Musa on Wednesday via a voice vote after a rigorous screening session in which lawmakers asked him many questions,” the statement read in part.
Personality in Focus
CM Shehu Mohammed Lauds NAOSNP over 2025 Road Safety Champion Award, Hails Staff
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Mallam Shehu Mohammed has won the 2025 Road Safety Champion Awards instituted by the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) at the National Conference/Awards held recently in Lagos, in recognition of his aggressive transformation agenda in road transportation safety and commitment to championing the campaign for safer road environment in Nigeria through the FRSC platform.
In his remarks at the event, the National President of NAOSNP, Mayor Oki Samson emphasized the growing responsibility of the media—particularly online security news outlets in shaping public understanding and national resilience in an era marked by complex security threats, misinformation, and rapid technological changes. Mayor Oki underscored the vital role of the press in national security discourse and called for deeper collaboration between media and security agencies to ensure accurate, timely, and responsible reporting.
According to him, the event represents not just a dialogue, but a critical partnership between those who safeguard the nation and those that shape public opinions, stressing the need for harmony that could present national understanding, cohesion and development. He called on the award winners to continue to discharge their national responsibilities with greater zeal and patriotism, noting that building and safeguarding a nation requires robust collaboration and partnerships between stakeholders.
In his Keynote address, the the former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, who was represented by Air Vice Marshal Bashir Rimi Mamman underscored the critical interplay between security, governance, and national development. His called for unity, responsible journalism, and collective action to secure Nigeria’s future. “This event serves as a platform for reinforcing the media’s role in national security and commitment to safeguarding the nation,” he stated.
The Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Zone 2 Lagos, Adegoke Fayoade, who spoke on the theme of the conference, positioned security as a foundational enabler of economic development and resource safeguarding in Nigeria, saying the two must always harmonize to produce credible results for national security and development agenda.
With the theme “Securing and Safeguarding Nigeria’s Economic Resources,” AIG Fayoade’s messages highlighted the necessity of aligning security operations with economic priorities, leveraging identity and information systems, partnering across sectors, and ensuring ethical, capable, forward‑looking security institutions. Such an approach, he said, recognises that economic resources whether tangible (infrastructure, commodities, ports) or intangible (identity systems, revenue flows, investor confidence) require integrated, multi‑dimensional protection.
”As Nigeria continues to aim for growth, investment, and resource optimisation, the link between security and economy remains central,” the AIG submitted.
Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed of the FRSC whose award was received on his behalf by the Sector Commander of Lagos State Sector Command of the FRSC, Corps Commander Kehinde Hamzat, reiterated that every movement starts and ends on the road. He stressed that transportation is a critical aspect of Nigeria’s infrastructure and plays a vital role in connecting people, goods and services across the country.Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed further noted that Road Traffic Crashes are the major factors contributing to disruptions in the supply chains and increase in operational costs for the transport sector.
While emphasizing the role of stakeholders in national security and development efforts, Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed gave assurances that FRSC as an agency of the Federal Government charged with the lead agency responsibility of ensuring road traffic management and safety administration in the country will effectively enforce relevant reforms in transportation safety laws as government at all levels is geared toward investing more in infrastructure and combating corruption in the system.
The FRSC Boss further called on the media to continue to raise public awareness on issues of road safety, hold people accountable and disseminate information most professionally to build trust and ensure integrity of their reportage, dedicating the award to the hardworking personnel of the FRSC.
In attendance at the event which also saw the award of NAOSNP “Best Security Agency Spokesperson of the Year” to the FRSC Public Education Officer, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide
were representative of the former Chief of Defence Staff; representative of the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam; the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 2 Lagos, Adegoke Fayoade and the representative of the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi among security and other agencies.
It is worthy of note that NAOSNP National Security Conference/Awards has over the years become the largest media-organized security conference, gathering top public and private stakeholders in Nigeria’s security architecture.
