The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi has denied dropping his “Oba” title for the “Emir” title as reported in the media.
The traditional ruler made the clarification in a Sunday statement issued on his behalf by his spokesman, Ali Ibrahim.
The statement read, “Oluwo has never adopted the Emir title; he only said he could also be called an Emir by the Hausas and ardent Muslims.
“Oba Akanbi is an Oba for the nation, with special attachment to the Yorubas . He promotes Yoruba culture to the admiration of many youths.
“ Just because of Oluwo dress code today , many children are attracted to Yoruba culture of wearing aso ofi .
“ I said so ( reference to being an emir ) to integrate Nigeria nation as an indivisible entity . All working tools are available for the integration and unity of our dear country.
“ I’ ve visited the North several times. Core Hausa hardly pronounce Yoruba words correctly . They call me emir when I am with them. Is there anything wrong in answering to such ?
“ Even, the Hausa in Iwo here call me emir . Will I stop them from addressing me as such ?
“No , I am a father to the nation , being a first – class paramount ruler.”
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