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General News of Monday, 25 January 2021

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10 facts you didn't know about Sunday Igboho

Sunday Igboho has been described as a liberator Sunday Igboho has been described as a liberator

The name Sunday Igboho has become synonymous with activism.

Born Sunday Adeniyi Adeyemo on Sunday, October 10, 1972, in Oyo, senior statesmen have described Igboho as a young liberator.

His daring 7-day ultimatum to Fulani herdsmen living in the forest reserves in Oyo State has cast the spotlight on him.

A revered activist, he has said he is willing to take-on the Federal and State government who have kept mute over the illegal 'invasion' and killings of some locals in Oyo.

Below are 10 things you don't know about him

1) He started life as a motorcycle mechanic.

2) He became famous after the part he played in the Modakeke/Ife war between 1997 and 1998.

3) He worked with former Governor, Rasheed Ladoja and became one of his most trusted aide.

4) He possesses metaphysical powers.

5) Three of his children are playing football professionally in Germany.

6) He is a strong advocate for Oduduwa Republic.

7) He lived most of his adult life in Osun State.

8) He is close friends with Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State.

9) He is a businessman and the chairman of Adeson International Business Concept Ltd.

10) He is a traditionalist with two wives.