President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has felicitated the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi (Telu I), on the 10th anniversary of his ascension to the ancient throne.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President joined the indigenes of Iwo, as well as friends and admirers of the monarch, in celebrating what he called a significant milestone.
President Tinubu extolled Oba Akanbi’s “tremendous impact and progressive streaks” in the past decade, noting that the monarch has carved a notable place for himself in contemporary Yoruba leadership.
He lauded the Oluwo’s strong and consistent advocacy for the revival and preservation of Yoruba cultural heritage, describing him as a prominent voice in cultural renaissance.
“Like him or hate him, you can hardly ignore his dynamism and leadership and the fact that his people deeply love him. I congratulate Oba Telu on this milestone. My thoughts are with him and the people of this great city at this moment,” the President said.
President Tinubu wished the Oluwo many more years on the throne and a continued life of service and impact.
