His Royal Majesty, who also goes by the title Emperor, Oba Akanbi of Iwoland social media post showing his support to Miss Universe Nigeria 2021, Marristella Okpala, has got Nigerians talking, as they teased the Oba about getting another wife.
The Paramount Ruler Oba Akanbi of Iwoland, who in a post on Tuesday 16th November 2021, stated that he is drumming his support for Miss Universe Nigeria 2021, Marristella Okpala, while posting a series of photos taken from his Palace, called on the Nigerian government, and youth, private and public sectors to encourage Maristella Okpala to emerge victorious in the contest.
He prayed as he enjoined Okpala to be focused and optimistic.
Okpala expressed his appreciation to Oluwo and equally promised to make Nigeria proud.
Most Beautiful Girl In Nigeria 2021, 33rd edition of MBGN, was held on 18th September 2021 at the Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria where Maristella Okpala was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2021 as she became the official representative of Nigeria at Miss Universe 2021.
In her aspiration to append to the glory of Nigeria and Africa by extension, Okpala will be representing Nigeria to contest with other 84 countries of the world scheduled to hold in Israel next month (December).
A few hours after Oba Akanbi of Iwoland made the post of Miss Nigeria, and himself, some Nigerians while reacting to the post, took to the comment section of the Oba social media handle to register their thoughts. See some of them here:
“The model I talked about right? Nne forget the competition the gods have chosen you to come and be the royal Queen of Iwo Land…,” one follower said.
Another said:
“Kabiesi e gbese le!,“
“Kabiyesi if you love her just tell her…“
“Finally, the wait is over and hopefully, my prophecy is coming to true,“.
“Olori Kekere in the making…Kabiyesi oooo,” another said.
Why Are Nigerians Thinking Of A New Wife For Oba Akanbi Of Iwoland?
Recall that we reported here in 2019, that Oba Akanbi of Iwoland had on December 15th 2021, announced that he and his wife Queen Chanel are no longer together, after a few years of marriage.
Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi who is very fond of his wife and never shy to express his love to her, on Sunday 15th December 2019, shocked fans and his followers, when he said his marriage with Queen Chanel has crashed, and that her crown as the Queen of Iwoland has been withdrawn.
The Oba who is rumoured to be the only Oba presently in Nigeria and probably Africa with one wife, and has proved that even with all the traditional duties, and rules plus royalties, an Oba can live with one wife and go about his duties as an Oba, in a statement signed by one Alli Ibraheem, who is the CPS to Oluwo announcing the split, said:
“Ms Chanel Chin is an Ex-Queen of Oluwo
This is to inform the general public most especially friends and associates of the Oluwo of Iwoland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, that Ms Chanel Chin is an ex-queen of his majesty.
This information is necessary for the attention of the general public to avoid representation on proxy or accordance of respect attached to the sacred stool of Oluwo to her. For personal irreconcilable differences, Chanel Chin ceased to be his Majesty’s queen. We equally enjoin the public to disregard any business transaction or request with her using the office of his majesty.
We wish her the best in her new journey”, the statement said.
Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi who did not state his reasons for their breakup took down all the photos of Queen Chanel on his Instagram page.
Queen Chanel is an American, and was born and raised in Canada, has a British mother and a Jamaican father.
She came to love Nigerian culture after making friends with some Nigerians in Canada while growing up, and ever since, she has grown to love Nigeria as her home.