The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has denied allegations that he smokes marijuana.
In a viral video from a public gathering, the monarch described the claim as false and cursed those behind it.
“They are lying against me. They are unfortunate people. Unless I am smoking marijuana, if I’m a smoker, God should remove me from this throne. You who are accusing me of being a smoker, God will punish you,” he said.
The denial comes a few days after the Court of Appeal upheld his enthronement as the paramount ruler of Iwoland.
Oba Akanbi had celebrated the ruling as a divine victory, declaring that his reign was ordained by God and could not be undermined by human efforts.
He also reiterated his commitment to preserving Iwo’s cultural heritage while modernising traditions, noting that his reign had attracted federal presence to the town and reshaped its image.
The monarch described his challengers in court as wasteful, saying their actions only strengthened his position.
Oba Akanbi has been no stranger to controversies. He was once suspended by the Osun State Council of Traditional Rulers after a physical altercation with another monarch.
Years ago, a video allegedly released by his ex-wife and circulated on social media appeared to show him rolling a joint.
