July 8, 2026
SUNTV Global Channel – The Oyo State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has petitioned Governor Seyi Makinde, alleging that Yoruba nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, threatened members of the Fulani community in Igboho Kingdom with a quit notice following the alleged kidnapping of three residents.
In a petition signed by the association’s Oyo State Chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Abubakar Jiji, MACBAN appealed to the governor for urgent intervention, warning that the alleged threats could undermine the peaceful relationship that has existed between Fulani settlers and their host communities.
According to the association, the incident occurred during a peace meeting held at the palace of the traditional ruler of Igboho Kingdom to address growing security concerns, particularly the reported abduction of three community members.
MACBAN claimed that Sunday Igboho issued a two-hour ultimatum demanding the release of the kidnapped victims and allegedly blamed members of the Fulani community for the incident. The association said the remarks created fear among Fulani residents and raised concerns over their safety.
The group also stated that before the palace meeting, community leaders, government officials and security agencies had agreed that criminal suspects should be identified through proper investigations rather than ethnic profiling.
Reaffirming its commitment to peace, MACBAN said it does not support criminal activities and remains willing to cooperate with the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in identifying and prosecuting criminals, regardless of their ethnic background.
The association, however, insisted that no individual has the authority to issue a quit notice to any community, stressing that security matters should remain the responsibility of constitutionally recognised law enforcement agencies.
MACBAN urged Governor Makinde to intervene immediately by engaging all stakeholders to prevent a breakdown of law and order and to preserve the peace in Igboho and other parts of Oyo State.
The association also requested a meeting with the governor to reaffirm the Fulani community’s commitment to peaceful coexistence and support for the state government’s security efforts.
Copies of the petition were forwarded to several traditional rulers, including the Olubadan of Ibadan, the Alaafin of Oyo and the Alepata of Igboho, as well as the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and other relevant security agencies.
As of the time of filing this report, Sunday Igboho had not publicly responded to the allegations contained in the petition.
