The ancient town of Ikare-Akoko in Ondo State was agog with excitement on Saturday as its revered First Class Monarch, His Royal Majesty, Oba Adeleke Adedoyin, the Owa Ale of Iyometa, reached out to his people from London with a heartwarming message.
The highly respected monarch, who is celebrated as a symbol of unity and cultural pride in Akokoland, took to his official Facebook page to write:
“London is cool… Do have a lovely weekend my people.”
Though brief, the royal message radiated warmth and affection, sparking an outpour of joy among his subjects both home and abroad.
Within hours, the post attracted numerous reactions, with indigenes of Ikare-Akoko flooding the comment section with prayers, praises, and heartfelt salutations.
Many hailed him with affectionate greetings such as “Kabiyesi ooo, enjoy your stay and be safe” and “Adimula of Ikare Land, may God bless you.”
Others rendered traditional salutations like “Odiooo” while some expressed delight in seeing their monarch connect with them on social media.
The overwhelming responses underscore the deep love, loyalty, and reverence the people of Ikare-Akoko have for their monarch, whose reign continues to inspire pride and unity across the kingdom.
As the Owa Ale of Iyometa, Oba Adeleke Adedoyin not only carries the weight of history but also bridges the gap between tradition and modernity — using digital platforms to remain close to his people, even from across the seas.
