Opeyemi Aiyeola urges celebrities, traditional rulers to speak against insecurity

Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has called on influential Nigerians, including celebrities and traditional rulers, to speak up over the rising cases of insecurity, kidnappings, and attacks across the country.

In a video shared on her Instagram page, the actress appealed to public figures with influence and large platforms to use their voices to draw attention to the worsening security situation.

According to Aiyeola, the increasing wave of violence has become too close to home to ignore, especially following recent incidents in Oyo State. “This video is just to call the attention of well-influential colleagues with the platform, the connection and the voice, to please lend a voice to the masses,” she said.

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The actress noted that although many people are focused on the upcoming elections, the growing insecurity in the country requires urgent attention.

“We cannot pretend like we do not see what is happening. It is also very sad and unfortunate that this is knocking on our doors. Oyo State is closer to home. Please lend your platform, lend your voices,” she added.

Aiyeola also mentioned several notable personalities and traditional rulers, including Ooni of Ife, Olubadan, Eniola Badmus, Laide Bakare, and Desmond Elliot, urging them to use their influence to advocate for the safety of Nigerians.

She stressed that her appeal was not intended as criticism but a heartfelt call for collective action against insecurity in the country.