Iba Gani Adams, the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, has taken Sunday Igboho, a prominent Yoruba Nation activist, to court in a ₦5 billion lawsuit. Adams claims Igboho recorded and shared a private phone conversation without his consent, damaging his reputation . This alleged invasion of privacy has left Adams feeling “serious embarrassment” and seeking justice.
The Lawsuit Details:
- Suit Number: M/1006/2024
- Court: Oyo State High Court
- Claim: Violation of Adams’ fundamental rights, specifically Section 37 of Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution (right to privacy)
- Damages: ₦5 billion
Adams considers Igboho’s actions “unlawful, illegal, and unconstitutional,” harming his position as Aare Ona Kakanfo. The recorded conversation was shared on social media in April 2024, causing widespread embarrassment. Adams seeks exemplary damages to address the harm caused.
