The Osun State government has officially cautioned the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, warning him to immediately cease attacks on individuals of alternative religious beliefs and refrain from making derogatory statements against fellow traditional rulers.
The directive, issued through the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, ordered the monarch to strictly abide by the state’s Chieftaincy Laws and comply with the resolutions of the State Council of Obas.
Emphasizing the throne’s duty to preserve local cultural values, the ministry stated it will actively monitor the Oluwo’s compliance.
Furthermore, the State Council of Obas has been instructed to closely watch and address the recent controversial developments unfolding within Iwo land to maintain regional peace.