The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has imposed a ban on a member of the House of Representatives, Lukman Mudashiru, from entering his palace. Mudashiru, who represents Ayedire/Iwo/Olaoluwa Federal Constituency, is a member of the Accord party. The monarch's decision was announced in a statement on his official Facebook page, where he accused Mudashiru of neglecting traditional institutions in Iwoland.
The Oluwo expressed dissatisfaction with Mudashiru's failure to maintain engagement with the palace and the community's heritage structures. This decision comes after the monarch publicly endorsed another indigene of Iwo, Ayodeji Bello, who is seeking the Accord ticket for the same federal constituency seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The statement from the Oluwo's palace emphasized the importance of respect and accountability from elected representatives within the district. It noted that the Oluwo, as the traditional head of the town, deserves a stewardship explanation from political office holders in the district. The monarch maintained that these office holders are expected to provide updates on their activities to the traditional leadership.
Mudashiru responded to the situation, describing it as a personal matter between a father and son. However, the Oluwo's stance on the matter remains clear, with the monarch declaring that Mudashiru would no longer be allowed access to the palace.
The Oluwo's decision to bar Mudashiru from the palace sends a strong message about the importance of accountability in governance. As a representative of the people, Mudashiru owes a duty of stewardship to the traditional leadership of Iwoland. The fact that he has been accused of neglecting traditional institutions raises questions about his commitment to the people he represents. This development has significant implications for the upcoming 2027 general elections, where Mudashiru is seeking re-election. The Oluwo's stance on this matter is a reminder that elected officials must be held accountable for their actions and must engage with the communities they serve.
