Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, the Paramount Ruler of Iwoland, says he typically acts like a baby for the development of the city.

The monarch expressed optimism on the power of Iwoland, saying his dream is to see the traditional city higher than the Centre of Excellence, Lagos.

Oba Akanbi mentioned his efforts are tailored in direction of constructing a distinctively financial vibrant metropolis, urging stakeholders to enhance his endeavours at restoring the glory of Iwo.

Oluwo made the disclosure on the annual 2021 Iwo Day celebration held at Oluwo Stadium, Iwo, Osun State.

Oba Akanbi known as on well-meaning little children of Iwoland to be extra devoted to Iwo by harmonisation of interest at securing a greater future for the land.

He mentioned, “In 1931, in line with census carried out, Iwo was the fifth largest metropolis after Lagos, Ibadan, Kano and Ogbomoso. However sure components that can’t be mentioned right here precipitated a monumental disadvantage. I’ve come to reclaim and restore the glory of the city to compete favourably with Lagos, Kano and different nice cities.

“I’m attempting my greatest by conventional affect. Sometimes, I act like a boy, I don’t thoughts presenting myself as a celebration man if such will likely be to the benefit of the city.

“Whereas I acknowledge the efforts of the patriots, I wish to cost them to repeatedly toe the trail of honour. I look as much as the structure of a strong group that may design 2030, 2040 and 2050 visions for Iwoland. We must always have a plan of motion at intervals to economically, politically, socially and educationally form the fortune of our nice land, Iwo, the house of parrot.

“I enchantment to each guardian to encourage their kids to be loyal and patriotic. Iwo is business-friendly and protected for funding. Let’s harmonize curiosity to carry out the perfect in us.

“My enthronement heralded unprecedented recognition for Iwo. Growth is in levels. We have now efficiently established our place and the following is the facilitation of infrastructures. We’re on that now. Although it’s a sacrifice, I’m having fun with it.”