Yoruba Union Calls for President Tinubu’s Resignation Over Fuel Price Hike, Widespread Hunger

Ikeja, Logos State– The Yoruba Union, Igbinmọ Majekobaje Ilẹ-Yoruba, has called on President Bola Tinubu to resign following the recent increase in fuel prices and the escalating hunger affecting the entire southwest region.

The union expressed deep concern about how economic policies have forced people into poverty, turning many into beggars. They condemned the implementation of IMF policies in collaboration with imperialist forces, which they claim has stifled both small and large businesses, to the detriment of the Yoruba people.

In a statement released on Sunday by the Convener, Olusola Oluwaseyi Badero, the union condemned the government for allowing the fuel pump price to rise from ₦600 to ₦900, at a time when many Nigerians cannot afford two basic meals a day.

He explained that the Yoruba, known for their culture of Omoluabi (honor and integrity), have been reduced to begging in the streets due to President Tinubu’s anti-people policies.

“We are not only calling for Tinubu’s resignation, but we also demand an apology to the Yoruba people for tarnishing their reputation. Our people have been kidnapped and killed by invaders, while they are now unable to farm or secure their livelihoods,” Badero stated.

He said, “Despite the suffering of his people, Tinubu has shown no remorse. Instead, he continues to increase their hardships through higher taxes and draconian policies.”

Badero recalled that during his campaign in Ogun State, Tinubu had promised to reduce the fuel price. However, shortly after his inauguration, he raised the price without consulting the people.

“Tinubu has run out of ideas and should resign honorably. Nigeria is not a family business where he can raise prices at will. Our people are struggling to send their children to school, and with a bag of rice now costing ₦80,000, many families cannot even afford basic meals. Most southwestern states have not even implemented the new minimum wage.”

The Yoruba Union declared that they would not sit idly by and watch their people suffer, even if a fellow Yoruba man holds the presidency.

“We are known as Omoluabi—a people of honor. We will not tolerate anyone who dishonors the Yoruba nation by subjecting our people to modern-day slavery. Tinubu asks for patience, yet he has purchased a new presidential jet for ₦150 billion, luxury yachts, bulletproof Escalades, and a mansion for the Vice President—all in one year. Meanwhile, he raised the fuel price and enacted policies that further impoverish the people.”

The union also called on all Yoruba people across Nigeria to join the October protests and legally express their dissatisfaction with Tinubu’s administration.

“We must not allow Tinubu’s government to intimidate us. Protesting is our constitutional right and cannot be taken away.”

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