The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has expressed admiration for Canada after renewing his Canadian passport, describing the North American nation as “the best of the best country in the world.”
In a video currently circulating online, the monarch proudly displayed his new passport alongside his old one, which had been punched with holes to signify expiration. He explained that while his previous passport was still valid until next year, he chose to renew it early for another 10 years.
“My passport has not expired yet; it will expire next year, but I deemed it fit to renew it now because it is valid for 10 years,” the monarch said. “It was a 24-hour service; they punched holes in the old one and issued me a new passport.”
Speaking further, Oba Akanbi praised Canada, calling it the best country in the world, while also expressing optimism about Nigeria’s future.
“This is another 10-year renewal of the best country in the world. Nigeria will be the best too, but right now, believe me, Canada is the best of the best. I love Canada; I love it,” he added.
The monarch’s remarks have sparked widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians sharing mixed views on his open admiration for Canada while still serving as a traditional ruler in Nigeria.
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