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Yoruba Nation Calls For Resignation of President Tinubu

Yoruba Union, Igbinmọ Majekobaje Ilẹ-Yoruba, has called on President Bola Tinubu to resign following the recent increase in fuel prices and the growing hunger affecting the southwest region and Nigeria at large.

The union expressed deep concern about his administration’s economic policies which have forced people into poverty, turning many into beggars.

It condemned the implementation of IMF policies in collaboration with imperialist forces, which they claim has caged both small and large-scale businesses, to the detriment of the Yoruba people.

In a statement made by the convener of the group, Mr Olusola Oluwaseyi Badero, the union berated the government for allowing fuel pump prices to surge from ₦600 to ₦900 at a time when countless Nigerians struggle to afford two meals a day.

Badero pointed out that the Yoruba people, originally known for their culture of Omoluabi (honor and integrity), have been pushed into begging because of Mr Tinubu’s detrimental policies.

“We not only demand Tinubu’s resignation but also an apology to the Yoruba people for tarnishing their dignity. Our communities face rampant kidnappings and violence, and they can no longer farm or secure their livelihoods,” Badero stated.

“Despite the suffering endured by his constituents, Tinubu has exhibited no compassion, instead exacerbating their hardships through increased taxes and oppressive policies”, added.

Badero recalled how during his campaign in Ogun State, Tinubu pledged to reduce fuel prices. However, soon after taking office, he raised them without consulting the people.

“Tinubu has run out of ideas and should resign honorably. Nigeria is not his family business; he cannot raise prices at will. Our citizens are struggling to send their children to school, and with the cost of rice soaring to ₦80,000, many families can barely afford basic meals. Additionally, most southwestern states have yet to implement the new minimum wage.”

 

The organization noted that it would not idly watch its people suffer, even under a fellow Yoruba president.

“We are the Omoluabi—a people of honor. We will not tolerate anyone who dishonors the Yoruba nation by subjecting our people to modern-day slavery.

“Tinubu calls for patience, yet he has splurged on a new presidential jet for ₦150 billion, a luxury yacht, and bulletproof Escalades—all within a single year. Meanwhile, he raises fuel prices and enacts policies that lead to further impoverishment of the populace.”

The union also urged all Yoruba people across Nigeria to participate in the October protests and to legally voice their discontent with Tinubu’s administration.

“We must not allow Tinubu’s government to intimidate us. Protesting is our constitutional right that cannot be revoked,” they declared.

Badero added that the Tinubu administration has failed the people, and the Yoruba Union is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Yoruba, who have been oppressed by the current regime.

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