“They Want to Kill Me” — Satguru Maharaj Ji Cries Out Over Ibadan Land Dispute

Satguru Maharaj Ji, leader of One Love Family and also known as the Perfect Living Master, has raised the alarm over an alleged threat to his life arising from a disputed parcel of land in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Speaking at a press conference in Ibadan, Maharaj Ji appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and relevant security agencies to intervene in the matter to prevent a possible breakdown of law and order.

He alleged that a church led by an Ibadan-based pastor identified simply as Pastor David had taken possession of part of a parcel of land he said was acquired from the Aladorin family for the establishment of a Centre for Conflict Resolution.

According to him, the dispute had been reported to the Oyo State Government and taken before the state Anti-Land Grabbers Commission, where both parties were invited to present their claims.

Maharaj Ji alleged that the disputed portion, which he described as land reserved for agricultural activities, was subsequently sold to the church.

He further alleged that security personnel were deployed during an attempt to access the disputed property, leading to the assault of some members of his community.

The spiritual leader said the matter was later taken to court, with an appeal currently awaiting hearing.

Maharaj Ji also alleged that Pastor David had made statements threatening his life, including a purported claim that he was the “TB Joshua of Ibadan incarnate” and had come to eliminate him.

He further claimed that a video was shown at the pastor’s church depicting an alleged plan to kill him during a programme tagged “Wetie Crusade,” scheduled to run from September 17 until the end of the month.

Expressing concern over the use of the word “Wetie,” Maharaj Ji recalled its historical association with political violence during the Western Region crisis of the 1960s.

He said the development was particularly troubling as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections.
Describing himself as an advocate of peace, Maharaj Ji said he did not want the dispute to degenerate into violence or threaten residents of the community and Ibadanland.

“I am a law-abiding citizen and believer in peace,” he said, while appealing to the government and security agencies to investigate the allegations and prevent the situation from escalating.

He urged the Federal Government, Oyo State Government, security agencies and traditional rulers to take necessary steps within the law to protect lives and property and ensure that the dispute is resolved peacefully.

Maharaj Ji also called for stronger measures against land grabbing, including possible amendments to existing laws to impose stiffer sanctions on individuals involved in illegal land acquisition.

He maintained that he remained committed to peaceful coexistence and expressed confidence that the land dispute would ultimately be resolved through lawful means.

He concluded by urging Nigerians to remain committed to peace and national unity, stressing that differences in ethnicity, religion and background should not undermine the unity of the country.