The Iru Ẹ̀kún Security Network, a security outfit linked to Yoruba activist Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has alleged that Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq prevented the group from visiting the state.
The group said the planned visit was intended to meet members of the Iru Ẹ̀kún Security Network already operating in Kwara State and discuss security concerns amid reports of attacks and kidnappings in parts of Kwara South.
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The allegation was made by the network’s Osun State Administrator, Bolarinwa Kazeem Ayobami, in a voice message obtained by SaharaReporters.
Ayobami said the planned trip was cancelled after the group was informed that Governor AbdulRazaq had objected to Sunday Igboho’s proposed visit.
“This announcement is from our General Commandant from our leader, Igboho Oosa. He said that we are no longer going to Kwara State tomorrow,” Ayobami said.
He explained that the leadership decided against proceeding with the visit to avoid creating tension or exposing members of the organisation in Kwara State to possible risks.
“According to him, the Governor of Kwara State has objected to our leader, CSI Igboho Oosa, coming to Kwara State,” Ayobami added.
The controversy comes amid wider concerns over insecurity in communities across Kwara South, where residents have reported attacks by suspected armed groups.
Ayobami further alleged that Governor AbdulRazaq’s opposition to the visit was linked to his ethnic background. The claim has not been independently verified, and the Kwara State Government has not issued a public response to the allegation.
Following the cancellation, Ayobami said the scheduled engagement was converted into a command meeting for Iru Ẹ̀kún Security Network officers in Osun State.
He directed command officials across Osun to attend the meeting and share the information with other members of the organisation.
The development has renewed discussions about the role of community-based security groups, state authority and the need for coordinated approaches to tackling insecurity.
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Security stakeholders have continued to call for cooperation between government agencies, traditional institutions and recognised security bodies in addressing threats facing communities.
Mariam Balogun is a contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
