The Asiwaju Musulumi of Iwoland, Alhaji Liad Tella, has described the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, as a “divine illuminator.”
Tella stated that the monarch was ordained by God to lead Iwo out of darkness, noting that the town had lagged behind in development prior to his enthronement.
According to him, the Oluwo’s emergence marked a turning point aimed at breaking what he described as a generational setback and repositioning the ancient city for prosperity.
He made these remarks on Monday during the Oluwo’s visit to the Tella Compound, in recognition of the role played by the compound during the 2025 annual Iwo Day celebration.
Tella commended the monarch’s leadership style and developmental efforts, pledging the unwavering support and loyalty of all sons and daughters of the Tella Compound, both at home and in the diaspora, to the traditional institution.
“All the sons and daughters of Tella Compound fully support your actions since your enthronement. You have brought monumental honour, development, and growth to Iwo. Before your enthronement, the town was far behind,” he said.
Describing the Oluwo as a source of light and progress, Tella added that the monarch had lifted Iwo from “perpetual darkness” and restored dignity to the land.
“We are proud of you. You have fought and won, and you will continue to conquer. We remain fully supportive of your traditional leadership,” he added.
