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  • Fulani Man Dares Sunday Igboho to Visit, Offers ₦10m for Fuel in Viral Threat Video

    A video circulating on social media has sparked reactions after a Fulani man openly challenged Yoruba nation activist Sunday Igboho, alleging that the activist planned to attack and burn houses in his community.

    The man, whose identity could not be independently verified, claimed he received information that Igboho intended to visit the area and carry out the alleged attack.

    Man Challenges Igboho

    Speaking in the viral clip, the man urged Sunday Igboho to go ahead with the alleged plan, insisting he should not back down.

    He also claimed that if the activist failed to visit, it would mean he lacked the courage to carry out his threats.

    Offers ₦10 Million for Fuel

    In the video, the speaker mocked Igboho by saying he and others were willing to contribute ₦10 million if the activist could not afford the fuel needed for the trip.

    “We have heard that Sunday Igboho wants to come and burn our father’s house. Tell him if he doesn’t come, he is not a true son of his father,” he said.

    “If he doesn’t have enough money to fuel his Hilux, let him tell us so we can send him ₦10 million.”

    The man also made further remarks claiming Sunday Igboho had no spiritual powers and threatened that the activist would not leave the community alive if he eventually visited.

    No Response Yet

    As of the time of filing this report, Sunday Igboho has not publicly responded to the claims made in the video.

    The authenticity of the allegations that the activist planned any attack has not been independently verified, and there has been no official statement from security agencies regarding the viral clip.

  • Concerned Fulani Group Rejects US Narrative Linking Ethnic Group to Nigeria’s Insecurity

    The Concerned Fulani People of Nigeria has called on international actors, including the United States, to avoid portraying the Fulani ethnic group as the primary driver of insecurity in Nigeria, warning that such narratives could worsen ethnic tensions and deepen mistrust across communities.

    The group made the appeal in a statement signed by Ibrahim Barkindo Chubado, where it criticised what it described as inconsistent external reporting on Nigeria’s security challenges and rejected attempts to generalise criminal activity to an entire ethnic group.

    Group Faults External Security Narratives

    According to the statement, recent international commentary and reports linking Fulani communities to widespread violence and banditry were misleading and dangerous.

    The group argued that earlier assessments had cautioned against ethnic profiling, insisting that newer narratives appeared to contradict those positions and risk inflaming divisions.

    It also referenced past national debates during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, when Fulani identity was frequently associated with insecurity discussions, noting that such framing allegedly led to attacks on settlements and loss of property in some communities.

    Claims of Historical and Regional Context

    The group maintained that many Fulani families in states such as Benue, Plateau, and Taraba have lived in those areas for generations and should not be treated as outsiders or automatically linked to criminal activity.

    It stressed that conflicts involving herders and farmers are often driven by complex factors, including land use disputes, environmental pressures, and local political tensions, rather than ethnicity alone.

    The statement also dismissed reports attributed to international organisations that allegedly referenced “Fulani militants,” describing such claims as unfair stereotyping that could escalate existing tensions.

    Insecurity Not Linked to One Group, Says Statement

    The group insisted that Nigeria’s insecurity landscape is multi-layered and involves different actors, including bandit groups, terrorist organisations, separatist movements, and communal clashes across various regions.

    It argued that no single ethnic or religious group should be held responsible for the country’s broader security challenges.

    Call for Responsible Reporting and Unity

    The statement urged international partners and Nigerian authorities to prioritise evidence-based reporting and avoid narratives that could undermine national cohesion.

    It warned that ethnic scapegoating and divisive framing would only deepen mistrust at a time when stronger unity is needed to address insecurity.

    The group concluded that Nigeria’s stability depends on fairness in reporting and a collective commitment to national integration rather than ethnic blame.