Maxwell Adeleye, former Communications Manager for the ex-leader of the apex body of Yoruba self-determination struggle, Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, Prof Banji Akintoye, has accused the latter of blackmailing him for rejecting his proposal to leave the group. This was stated in a statement addressed to Professor Akintoye, alleging that he planned to taint his reputation and that of his former deputy, Wale Adeniran. Adeleye’s statement further alleged that Professor Akintoye was using the crisis happening in the group to pursue personal interest.
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Wale Adeniran, the leader and chairman of the Yoruba Self-Determination struggle, also known as Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, has resigned from the group due to allegations of fraud and embezzlement. Adeniran stated in a two-minute 33-second video posted on YouTube (Omoboriowo media) on Saturday that he stepped aside to allow for a thorough investigation into the fraud allegation leveled against him. He challenged anyone who had evidence or evidences against him, or who had sent money to the organisation through him, to come forward and make it public.