Oluwo of Iwo Oba AbdulRosheed Akanbi has said that no one would dare to kidnap or make him a target for assassination.
Akanbi made this known while speaking to journalists at his palace in Iwo, Osun State on Wednesday.
His statement comes in the wake of attacks on traditional rulers by kidnappers.
The Oluwo said traditional rulers, especially in the south-west, cannot continue to rely on ancient gods for safety but should look up to God as their protector.
According to him, traditional institutions in Yorubaland must realise that they represent God on earth, not deities nor ancient gods, hence, must return to God for safety and protection.
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“I am telling you right here that no one would dare attempt to kidnap or mark me for assassination. I am covered by God’s protection not any deity or gods. I am using this opportunity to call on my colleague monarchs to stop putting their hopes on deities and return everything to the almighty God whom they represent,” he said.
Reacting to economic hardship in the country, Oluwo charged Nigerians to hold their governors and lawmakers responsible.
He berated the governors and federal lawmakers for not making life easier for the people in these difficult times, stressing the need for the government to introduce capital punishment for corruption if it is sincere to curb the menace.
His words, “Money accruing to the Federal Government after fuel subsidy removal is being shared by all tiers of government in Nigeria. Why are people now becoming poorer? Why are Nigerians hungry?”
