Many people who are opposed to the realisation of an independent Yoruba nation separate from Nigeria often rejoice when there is one form of disarray or another in the Yoruba self-determination camp. They claim that the formation of many organisations and groups is a sign of disunity, with everyone jostling to be the leader.
Alas, if only they knew that the Yoruba people are unique, highly spirited, dogged and resolute in their beliefs that the right thing ought always to be done, in whatever settings they find themselves. If Yoruba people feel that something somewhere is not right, it is only a matter of time before you will begin to see them walking away.
In a bid to unify the various self-determination groups, 2021 saw several efforts implemented by a variety of people across many different quarters. With the advocacy for an independent Yoruba nation entering a strategic phase, it would require nothing short of the power of the Almighty Himself to create the necessary unity.
Not least of these efforts was the three-day marathon of fasting and prayers conducted between 28th – 30th December 2021. This sought to bring every Yoruba descendant from all faiths to a single platform. Like Esther in the Bible, this endeavour was spearheaded by a very prominent Yoruba leader, Barr. Janet Fashakin. Barr. Fashakin had a dream in which she saw mighty hands holding down the Yoruba people destiny in Nigeria, and so she rallied everyone to a three-day marathon of fasting and prayer.
In the knowledge that God Himself was the one directing the whole affair, Yoruba people from across the different faiths – Christians, Islam and Traditional worshippers – gathered united in one virtual place for the three days of prayers. This was the first meeting of its kind in the history of the Yoruba people. We have always had situations where people from the three faiths gather together in public or social functions, and where prayers are offered simultaneously by the three faith groups. However, to have people of the three faiths gather in one place, locked together for three days in a single prayer room united in one accord and calling with one voice to their God is nothing short of a miracle.
There is no doubt that God’s hand was truly ready to fight for the Yoruba people, as we saw people across the whole age spectrum, from children to aged people, coming together to pray. Our eminent Emeritus Prof. Banji Akintoye was present, as well as leaders of the various self-determination organisations, and such great spiritual leaders as Chief Imam Aduranigba of Yoruba land (Imam Ilorin) and Prof. Wande Abimbola, the Awise Agbaye Yoruba (former Vice Chancellor of OAU Ife). Also present were Prophet Hezekiah Oladeji (current CACWW General Evangelist), Prophet S K Abiara (Founder CAC Agbala Itura) and many other Christian, Muslim and Traditional leaders.
It is worthy of note that what the arm of flesh could not achieve, the arm of God was able to bring to pass with such ease. One may ask what the big deal is in people converging together, not least people from different faiths. However, this is the first gathering of its kind, where all Yoruba people came together in one place for prayers, irrespective of their religion. This continues to demonstrate our collective forbearance to one another and the power of a common goal in superseding what may otherwise be perceived to divide us.
We demonstrated that the Yoruba people can come together in one accord, to collectively pursue a common goal, and this we did successfully in those three days. With the fasting now behind us, it is time to trust Eledumare for all the promises and iwùres (blessings) that were poured out by our spiritual and political leaders.
I would also like to use this opportunity and medium to congratulate everyone who was present in the spiritual exercise. May I also congratulate every Yoruba person around the globe looking forward to welcoming the birth of our new nation, brought about through Eledumare’s answer to our prayers. Just like the angels of the Lord told Sara in Genesis 18, that by this time next year, you will be with child; I am taking this moment to prophesy that by this time next year, we would look forward to the birth of our new independent Yoruba nation.
Though the vision may have been given to one person or several, it took the handiwork of a great multitude to see that the prayer marathon was successful. I want therefore to use this medium to say a big Thank You to all the organisers of the prayer event for their effort devoted towards the successful program. May your cup never run dry and may God Almighty refill you in whatever aspects of virtue may have been depleted during this time of prayer.
I must not forget to mention the hard work being carried out on a daily basis by our various Yoruba self-determination media outlets. When the going got tough, they have remained focused, persevering to continue the media campaign across various quarters. They have persisted in shining the light of truth on the dark deeds of the Nigerian government and exposing them to the world. They continue to be our voice to those around the globe and we appreciate you for all your efforts.
For the prayers being offered for Chief Sunday Adeyemo “Igboho Oosa”, they have been accepted in the heavens and, sooner rather than later, he will breathe the fresh air of freedom. For those with heavy hearts, I say let your minds be at peace. Let God do the battle for the Yoruba people in this 2022, as we have committed everything to him.
To those who are still on the fence, I urge you to know that when God was determined to save the Israelites from Egypt, there were many such “Israelites” who were unprepared. It lengthened their journey through the wilderness to their promised land, and ultimately many of them died without ever seeing it. Let us wake from our slumber and discover that an Independent Yoruba nation is inevitable, our only opportunity to build for ourselves and our children a lasting legacy of joy and prosperity for the future. Join the train now before it is too late.
