Igboho security approval wait continues as Sunday Igboho seeks Federal Government approval for South-West security operations

Sunday Adeyemo, a Yoruba Nation activist widely known as Sunday Igboho, in Lagos, Nigeria, stated that he is awaiting Federal Government approval to commence operations aimed at dislodging terrorists and criminal groups across the South-West through his proposed security initiative, the Iru Ekun Security Network.

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The announcement places renewed attention on the Igboho security approval wait, as the activist reaffirmed that all required documentation for the proposed security outfit had already been submitted to federal authorities.

Sunday Adeyemo described the process as being in its final administrative stage, expressing confidence that approval would be granted.

In a statement, Sunday Adeyemo said the security network is fully prepared to collaborate with existing security institutions, including the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, the Nigerian Army, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.

He emphasised what he called a “decisive” need to address insecurity in rural communities across the region.

The activist also confirmed his readiness to comply with a recently issued Executive Order by the Oyo State Government regulating private security organisations, describing adherence to state guidelines as essential for lawful operations.

According to Sunday Adeyemo, President Bola Tinubu has demonstrated commitment to strengthening national security architecture, particularly within the South-West.

He said this political direction reinforces optimism around the ongoing Igboho security approval wait, which he insists is progressing through official channels.

The proposed Iru Ekun Security Network, once approved, is expected to focus on forested areas believed to harbour kidnappers, bandits, and other criminal elements.

Adeyemo maintained that the initiative would operate within legal frameworks and in coordination with federal security agencies.

While government approval is still pending, the activist’s remarks have intensified public discussion around community-based security models and their role in Nigeria’s broader security challenges.