Traditional rulers in Ife-North Local Government Area of Osun State have handed the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, a 21-day ultimatum to present proof for his allegations against the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi.
In a viral video, the Oluwo accused the Ooni of plotting with his former wife, Queen Chanel, to assassinate him, declaring that their feud would never end.
The monarchs, operating under the banner of “Origbo Meje Obas,” denounced the claims. They said the remarks were unbecoming of any traditional ruler, especially one of Oluwo’s standing.
At a meeting in his palace in Edunabon on Thursday, the Salu of Edunabon, Oba Adesoji Kehinde, spoke for the group. He accused Oluwo of “persistent misconduct, insults, and blatant disrespect toward the revered throne of Oduduwa.”
According to the rulers, Oluwo’s repeated public outbursts are targeted at weakening the influence of the Ooni and dragging the Yoruba traditional system into disrepute.
“There is no disputing the supremacy of the Ooni of Ife’s throne as the head of all Obas in Yorubaland. Records are available in the archives to verify Oluwo’s numerous public attacks on the Ooni of Ife,” Oba Kehinde said.
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He also faulted Oluwo’s alleged habit of altering his royal titles for attention.
“It is surprising that Oluwo is the only Oba in Yorubaland who changes his title every six months, from Emir of Iwo to Alaafin of Iwo, just to court publicity. His actions continue to bring disrepute and ridicule to the thrones of Yoruba monarchs,” he added.
The monarchs resolved that Oluwo must either present evidence within the 21-day period or face legal action once the deadline lapses.