The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has publicly accused the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, of orchestrating a setup involving a woman. In a revealing video shared on social media, the Oluwo alleged that the Ooni arranged for a woman to be placed in his path as part of a plan to entrap him.
Oba Akanbi expressed deep anger and frustration, accusing the Ooni of deceit and betrayal. According to the Oluwo, this alleged setup is just one among several instances of betrayal and conspiracy against him, including claims that the Ooni plotted with his ex-wife to poison and kill him.
The Oluwo vowed to continue addressing these issues publicly, stating his intention to expose what he perceives as ongoing plots against him by powerful individuals within the traditional institutions.
The video has sparked wide discussions on social media, with supporters urging calm while some voice strong opinions about the strained relationship between these two prominent Yoruba monarchs.
As tension escalates, both traditional authorities and their followers are watching closely, anticipating how these allegations might affect the dynamics within the Yoruba cultural and political landscape.