The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has asserted his readiness to clarify misconceptions surrounding an audio clip, warning against attempts to tarnish his reputation.
Amidst controversy sparked by the clip, Adams emphasized his commitment to addressing the issues at hand, labeling the allegations as “concocted, distorted, and disjointed.”
Reported threats of legal action by Yoruba Nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, alias Sunday Igboho, and Lagos State Governor’s Chief of Staff, Tayo Ayinde, have prompted Adams to assert his innocence. He refuted the claims, branding them part of a larger scheme to discredit him.
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In response to a pre-action letter from Ayinde’s lawyer, Adams reaffirmed his stance, denying the contents of the audio clip attributed to him.
He emphasized the private nature of the conversation, which occurred in 2021, and stressed that the remarks were speculative and not intended for public dissemination.
Addressing the circulating audio, Adams clarified that it contained references to unverified rumors and reiterated his commitment to peace initiatives spearheaded by prominent Yoruba leaders.
As the controversy persists, Adams emphasized the importance of clarifying the situation and defending his integrity against unfounded accusations.
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