Actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has issued a heartfelt appeal to prominent Nigerians, including celebrities and traditional rulers, urging them to speak out against the growing insecurity in Oyo State and across Yoruba land.
In a video shared on her Instagram page, Aiyeola highlighted the alarming increase in attacks and kidnappings in the region, emphasizing that these security challenges cannot be ignored amid election activities.
She specifically called on influential figures such as the Ooni of Ife, the Olubadan, Lagos monarchs, and popular entertainers including Lege Miami, Eniola Badmus, Laide Bakare, Desmond Elliot, Funke Akindele, and Toyin Abraham to use their platforms to raise awareness and help ease the fear spreading among residents.
Aiyeola said: “This video is just to call the attention of well-influential colleagues with the platform, the connection, and the voice, to please lend a voice to the masses. I understand that the election is around the corner, and a lot of us are busy with the election, but unfortunately, we cannot pretend like we do not see what is happening. This is closer to home than expected. Oyo State is closer to home. Please lend your platform, lend your voices.”
Her appeal comes in the wake of a recent violent attack in Ahoro Esinele community, Oriire Local Government Area, where gunmen abducted students, pupils, and teachers from multiple schools, highlighting the urgent need for collective action to address insecurity in the state.
