Aper Aku Stadium

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'''Aper Aku Stadium, Makurdi'''
[[Fáílú:Aper_Aku_Stadium.jpg|thumb|Home of Lobi Stars F.C.]]
'''Aper Aku Stadium''' chi unyí frídí  lile ku ma du cheku efu ewo Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria. Ẹnẹ ki chane ekọ chi gòminar ekejí ki niumí owñ chí  Aper Aku.&lt;ref name=&quot;tday220&quot;&gt;{{Cite web|url=http://odili.net/news/source/2006/jan/31/220.html|title=Benue State at 30: The people and their struggles|author=Tyodzua Atim|date=2006-01-30|work=ThisDay|accessdate=2010-04-25}} {{Dead link|date=October 2010|bot=H3llBot}}&lt;/ref&gt; Abo ku ma kọ 100% Natural Geo Technology Pitch chi Monimichelle Sports Facility Construction Ltd.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|date=2020-02-12|title=Foreign Investors Open Talks with Monimichelle on Soccer Academy|url=https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2020/02/13/foreign-investors-open-talks-with-monimichelle-on-soccer-academy/|access-date=2020-12-19|website=THISDAYLIVE|language=en-US}}&lt;/ref&gt;

Abajọi ẹñwu ku ma du che alolo chi football matches mañyi i ch'uñyi ñwi Lobi Stars. Aper Aku Stadium nẹ uña ki ya gbamonẹ 8,000 ñyi. Ma fu ñọchẹ todu ku ma du ch'uñyi ugbo ku ma ri 2007 Nigerian FA Cup final [https://web.archive.org/web/20210606210135/http://www.kickoffnigeria.com/static/news/article.php?id=2204].

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'''John Olatunde Ayeni''' (born April 4, 1967) chi Nigerian lawyer, investor kpamani business magnate. I gwọ nyi uñwa board oji ami companies wẹwẹ ẹfu Nigeria.

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      <text bytes="8617" sha1="ldaz8nljaezbx95nxbw3of4b3kvh4vu" xml:space="preserve">{{Short description|Oba of Lagos, Nigeria (r. 2003–present)}}{{Use Nigerian English|date=May 2026}} {{Infobox royalty|name=Rilwan Akiolu|birth_name=Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu|image=Oba Lagos060602-N-8637R-006 (cropped).jpg|caption=Rilwan Akiolu in 2006|alt=|succession=[[Oba of Lagos]]|reign=24 May 2003 – present|reign-type=Reign|predecessor=[[Adeyinka Oyekan]]|successor=|coronation=9 August 2003|spouse=|issue=|house=|father=|mother=|birth_date={{Birth date and age|1943|10|29|df=y}}|birth_place=[[Lagos]], [[British Nigeria]]|death_date=|death_place=|burial_place=|signature=|religion=[[Islam]]}}

'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ entering the force in 1970. He served in various capacities, was promoted to assistant inspector-general of Police in 1999, and was active until his retirement in 2002. He is a member of the [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] and a fellow of the [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
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== External links ==

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. He served in various capacities, was promoted to assistant inspector-general of Police in 1999, and was active until his retirement in 2002. He is a member of the [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] and a fellow of the [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ ọlọ́pá.&quot; He served in various capacities, was promoted to assistant inspector-general of Police in 1999, and was active until his retirement in 2002. He is a member of the [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] and a fellow of the [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, and was active until his retirement in 2002. He is a member of the [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] and a fellow of the [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999,..kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo.. and was active until his retirement in 2002. He is a member of the [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] and a fellow of the [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999,..kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î He is a member of the [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] and a fellow of the [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î and a fellow of the [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè Career ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ On 23 May 2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, Akiolu was selected by the kingmakers of the Lagos traditional kingdom and confirmed by the Lagos State government as the 21st Oba of Lagos; he was capped the next day, and was crowned on efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 August 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003. He has served in this position since May 2003, when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ He has served in this position since May 2003, égbà kî kojî when he succeeded Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. Royal Family of Lagos has challenged Oba Akiolu's coronation in court, complaining, amongst others, that their lineage has been denied access to the throne.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ during the #EndSars protest crisis, videos circulated on social media and some News channels of protesters venturing the Oba’s Palace where they discovered a large warehouse in which he had hidden Government distributed Covid-19 Palliatives meant for the people of his community. Amongst the items recovered included; thousands of bags of rice, cartons of noodles, food condiments and essential household items.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
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== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; Nọ́jọ́ káná-mọ́ pátá, amí áfíá-ọ̀dọ̀ kí iju jọ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ kọ́ amí ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́, alu kí ẹni kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀ pítípítí. On the same day, his staff of authority was taken away by aggrieved youths who invaded his Palace.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; Nọ́jọ́ káná-mọ́ pátá, amí áfíá-ọ̀dọ̀ kí iju jọ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ kọ́ amí ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́, alu kí ẹni kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀ pítípítí. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; Nọ́jọ́ káná-mọ́ pátá, amí áfíá-ọ̀dọ̀ kí iju jọ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ kọ́ amí ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́, alu kí ẹni kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀ pítípítí. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; Ábo Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá tọ̀ pé k'á mú Ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dọ̀, k'í mọ́ mú ọ̀wọ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù ẹ́nyụ̀-kí-á-wú kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ mọ́. Alu kí ọwọ́ tẹ́ nọ́, ẹni á rí ọ̀kpà-ọlá lúmā kọ́ mọ́ The Ruling House in Lagos ordered for the Staff of authority to be returned in order to restore decorum and regard to the throne. The staff was later recovered. &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; Nọ́jọ́ káná-mọ́ pátá, amí áfíá-ọ̀dọ̀ kí iju jọ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ kọ́ amí ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́, alu kí ẹni kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀ pítípítí. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; Ábo Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá tọ̀ pé k'á mú Ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dọ̀, k'í mọ́ mú ọ̀wọ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù ẹ́nyụ̀-kí-á-wú kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ mọ́. Alu kí ọwọ́ tẹ́ nọ́, ẹni á rí ọ̀kpà-ọlá lúmā kọ́ mọ́ . &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Dẹ̀fù invasion Palace lúmā, Akiolu kámọ́ pé ẹni jọ̀ unyi tọwọ́ mọ́tò, tọwọ́ ẹni mọ́ jí $2 million kpa ₦17 million. Ọ̀rọ̀ nộ mú amí ánẹ́ kpo ugbó pé k'á arrest rẹ̀ k'á prosecute rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́.. Months after the invasion of the Palace, Akiolu claimed that building and vehicles were burnt while $2 million and ₦17 million were stolen. This statement prompted calls for his arrest and prosecution by the [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] as the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
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'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; Nọ́jọ́ káná-mọ́ pátá, amí áfíá-ọ̀dọ̀ kí iju jọ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ kọ́ amí ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́, alu kí ẹni kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀ pítípítí. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; Ábo Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá tọ̀ pé k'á mú Ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dọ̀, k'í mọ́ mú ọ̀wọ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù ẹ́nyụ̀-kí-á-wú kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ mọ́. Alu kí ọwọ́ tẹ́ nọ́, ẹni á rí ọ̀kpà-ọlá lúmā kọ́ mọ́ . &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Dẹ̀fù invasion Palace lúmā, Akiolu kámọ́ pé ẹni jọ̀ unyi tọwọ́ mọ́tò, tọwọ́ ẹni mọ́ jí $2 million kpa ₦17 million. Ọ̀rọ̀ nộ mú amí ánẹ́ kpo ugbó pé k'á arrest rẹ̀ k'á prosecute rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́. [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] títọ́ nộ pé Òfò-Ọlá Kí Á Kpa Ọwọ́ Mọ́ Dẹ̀fù Újẹ́-Íjī-Ẹ́gọ́ (Money Laundering Prohibition Act) ọ́dọ́ egbé lúmā tọ́wọ́ mọ́gẹ́-káná (2011) á kpa dọ̀nọ̀ nộ pé ọ́nẹ́ kán kẹ́nyụ̀ ẹ́gọ́ gbanza-gbanza lúmā kpa mọ́ dẹ̀fù unyi rẹ̀ nộ. Amí Lọ́yà Lágọ́sì lúmā á kpo ugbó pé k'í fẹ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ Akiolu pé k'í kámọ́ títọ́ kí ẹ́gọ́ gbanza lúmā á lédù dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀, alu kí Lọ́yà Kí Á Kpa Ẹ̀tọ́ Ọ́nẹ́ Mọ́.. the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
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== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; Nọ́jọ́ káná-mọ́ pátá, amí áfíá-ọ̀dọ̀ kí iju jọ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ kọ́ amí ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́, alu kí ẹni kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀ pítípítí. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; Ábo Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá tọ̀ pé k'á mú Ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dọ̀, k'í mọ́ mú ọ̀wọ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù ẹ́nyụ̀-kí-á-wú kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ mọ́. Alu kí ọwọ́ tẹ́ nọ́, ẹni á rí ọ̀kpà-ọlá lúmā kọ́ mọ́ . &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Dẹ̀fù invasion Palace lúmā, Akiolu kámọ́ pé ẹni jọ̀ unyi tọwọ́ mọ́tò, tọwọ́ ẹni mọ́ jí $2 million kpa ₦17 million. Ọ̀rọ̀ nộ mú amí ánẹ́ kpo ugbó pé k'á arrest rẹ̀ k'á prosecute rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́. [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] títọ́ nộ pé Òfò-Ọlá Kí Á Kpa Ọwọ́ Mọ́ Dẹ̀fù Újẹ́-Íjī-Ẹ́gọ́ (Money Laundering Prohibition Act) ọ́dọ́   lúmā tọ́wọ́ mọ́gẹ́-káná (2011) á kpa dọ̀nọ̀ nộ pé ọ́nẹ́ kán kẹ́nyụ̀ ẹ́gọ́ gbanza-gbanza lúmā kpa mọ́ dẹ̀fù unyi rẹ̀ nộ. Amí Lọ́yà Lágọ́sì lúmā á kpo ugbó pé k'í fẹ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ Akiolu pé k'í kámọ́ títọ́ kí ẹ́gọ́ gbanza lúmā á lédù dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀, alu kí Lọ́yà Kí Á Kpa Ẹ̀tọ́ Ọ́nẹ́ Mọ́.. the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 prohibits holding such large amounts of cash. Some Lagos lawyers called for Akiolu to explain the reason for holding the money at the palace while a human rights lawyer, [[Festus Ogun]] kámọ́ pé Òfò-Ọlá Kí Á Kpa Ọwọ́ Mọ́ Dẹ̀fù Újẹ́-Íjī-Ẹ́gọ́ (Money Laundering Act) nộ kò d'ọ̀nọ̀ unyí-òfò pátápátá nộ. Amí ánẹ́ kán mọ́ á fẹ́ k'í kámọ́ títọ́ bí Akiolu á jẹ́ rí ẹ́gọ́ gbanza-gbanza lúmā kọ́, alu kí í jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ ọlọ́pá tẹ́ nọ́ k'í mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ Ọba.claimed that the Money Laundering Act is unconstitutional. Others asked how Akiolu obtained the large amount of cash, as he had been a police officer prior to becoming Oba.&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
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== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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      <text bytes="10237" sha1="0b5j1l9uzx8qqi7misyq2qgdo5okbcg" xml:space="preserve">{{Short description|Oba of Lagos, Nigeria (r. 2003–present)}}{{Use Nigerian English|date=May 2026}} {{Infobox royalty|name=Rilwan Akiolu|birth_name=Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu|image=Oba Lagos060602-N-8637R-006 (cropped).jpg|caption=Rilwan Akiolu in 2006|alt=|succession=[[Oba of Lagos]]|reign=24 May 2003 – present|reign-type=Reign|predecessor=[[Adeyinka Oyekan]]|successor=|coronation=9 August 2003|spouse=|issue=|house=|father=|mother=|birth_date={{Birth date and age|1943|10|29|df=y}}|birth_place=[[Lagos]], [[British Nigeria]]|death_date=|death_place=|burial_place=|signature=|religion=[[Islam]]}}

'''Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu''' {{Audio|Rilwan_Babatunde_Osuolale_Aremu_Akiolu.wav|listen}}(Má bî ẹ́gba kî'ochu ékègwéè nolu ógwu nyokémélu efu ọdọ 1943) Ẹ̀nẹ̀ kí dẹ́fù ọ́fẹ́ ábájọí.&quot; 

== Énwu kîa achè ==
Alu kí chî  kóléjí kpa i jẹ úkọ̀lọ̀ efú ọ́dọ́ ọ̀gbọ̀n-mẹ̀ji  [[Nigeria Police Force]], î dabà tî efu ùkólò îdókà lee efu ọdọ  1970. jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ dẹ̀fù ọ́fẹ́ wáwá, ẹni jọ á mọ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ d'ọ́fẹ́ ọ̀gá ágípápá k'í dẹ́ nọ́wọ́ ọ̀gá pátápátá pátá kí dẹ́fù úkọ̀lọ̀ îdóka efu ọdọ  1999, kí jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ pítípítí tọwọ́ tẹ́ efu ọdọ , alu kí kpa úkọ̀lọ̀ rẹ rẹ́. Í lédù ábájọí, í dẹ́fù ábo Efu ọdọ  2002. Î dé'fu abò ujo yẹ î [[Nigerian Institute of Management]] kpaí ama'lebò yé î [[Nigerian Law School]].&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|last=Nigeria|first=Media|date=2018-06-06|title=Biography Of Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Media Nigeria|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-11-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211102123615/https://www.medianigeria.com/biography-of-rilwan-babatunde-osuolale-aremu-akiolu-i/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Coronation ==
Ọjọ kî'ochu ékèlu nyoké melu éfu ọdọ  2003, &quot;Akiolu Ábo-kí-á-nyá-Agbà dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á bọ̀ rọ́ Akiolu jẹ́, gọ́vụ́nọ̀ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dẹ̀ k'í jẹ́ 21st Oba of Lagos; ẹni k'ọ̀fú nọ́lá rẹ́ efu ó'chu ékẹ̀jo nolu mé'la éfu ọdọ 9 2003.î chi ukólò é ña léè kwî efu ó'chu ékélu éfu ọdọ  2003, égbà kî kojî  Oba [[Adeyinka Oyekan]].&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|website=Kingdoms of Nigeria|title=Oba of Lagos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085838/http://www.kingdomsofnigeria.com/kings/view_king.php?name=Oba%20of%20Lagos|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

The [[Akinsemoyin]] &quot;Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì á d'ọ́rọ̀ coronation Akiolu kpa lọ́wọ́ court, á kponọ̀ pé ẹni d'ọ̀nọ̀ d'ọwọ́ family lúmā k'á mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ mọ́. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|title=Oba Akiolu's Claim Being Challenged By Another Royal Family|url=http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|access-date=2017-08-05|archive-date=2019-06-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190617142817/http://hibe-online.com/oba-akiolus-claim-being-challenged-by-another-royal-family/|url-status=usurped}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== Controversy ==

=== Hate speech and incitement to violence against lgbo community ===
Akiolu courted controversy when in April 2015 in a meeting with [[Igbo people|Igbo]] leaders in Lagos he publicly swore &quot;by the grace of Almighty Allah, that any of the Igbo representatives who went against his will that Ambode insha'Allah would be the next governor of Lagos, the person is going to die inside this ([[Lagos Lagoon]]) water&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|title=&quot;Vote for Ambode or perish inside the Lagoon&quot;, Oba Akiolu tells Igbos|accessdate=June 11, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150706133225/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/vote-for-ambode-or-perish-inside-the-lagoon-oba-akiolu-tells-igbos/206050/|archivedate=July 6, 2015|newspaper=[[This Day]]}}&lt;/ref&gt;

=== Invasion of Palace ===

==== Supposed Covid-19 Palliatives ====
On Thursday 22 October 2020, &quot;Alu kí iju-ógbe #EndSars á tẹ́ nọ́, amí fọ́tò-íkpírí á d'ọ̀nọ̀ nọ́wọ́ social media pátá tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí unyi-íkpọ́wọ́-ọ̀rọ̀ pé amí ogbe-ánẹ́ kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí Ọba, dẹ̀fù unyi lúmā ẹni á rí unyi-ọ̀gbà kí lédù gbanza dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́-ójí Covid-19 kí gọ́vụ́nọ̀ chwá fú amí ánẹ́ k'í d'ọwọ́ rẹ́ chẹ́ kpa mọ́. Ẹ́nwụ́ kí dẹ̀fù ẹ́nwụ́ kí ẹni d'ọwọ́ kọ́ dẹ̀fù rẹ̀ nộ chí; amí ẹ́kpa bẹ́bẹ́ á k'ẹ́fà-íjẹ́, amí ákpótí indomie, ẹ́nwụ́-ómí-ọ̀bẹ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù amí ẹ́nwụ́ unyi pátá kí á ní kọ́ .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|url=https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|publisher=Globaltimes NG|accessdate=October 21, 2020|date=October 21, 2020|title=Mob shares alleged COVID-19 palliatives found inside Oba Of Lagos palace(video)|archive-date=October 28, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028041355/https://globaltimesng.com/2020/10/21/mob-shares-alleged-covid-19-palliatives-found-inside-oba-of-lagos-palace-video/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt; Nọ́jọ́ káná-mọ́ pátá, amí áfíá-ọ̀dọ̀ kí iju jọ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ kọ́ amí ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́, alu kí ẹni kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀ pítípítí. .&lt;ref&gt;{{cite news|last1=Meshioye|first1=David|title=Oba of Lagos tasks govt on decisive action against vandals of public assets|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/c105-saturday-magazine/oba-of-lagos-tasks-govt-on-decisive-action-against-vandals-of-public-assets/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=5 November 2024|date=2 November 2024|newspaper=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)|The Guardian]]}}&lt;/ref&gt; Ábo Unyi-Ọ́fẹ́ Lágọ́sì mú ọlá tọ̀ pé k'á mú Ọ̀kpà-ọlá rẹ̀ kpa dọ̀, k'í mọ́ mú ọ̀wọ̀ tọwọ́ dẹ̀fù ẹ́nyụ̀-kí-á-wú kpa dẹ̀fù Olú-ọ́fẹ́ mọ́. Alu kí ọwọ́ tẹ́ nọ́, ẹni á rí ọ̀kpà-ọlá lúmā kọ́ mọ́ . &lt;ref&gt;{{Cite web|title=Scores Break Into Warehouse In Lagos, Loot COVID-19 Palliatives|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|access-date=2022-06-23|website=Channels Television|archive-date=2022-06-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220623142804/https://www.channelstv.com/2020/10/22/scores-break-into-warehouse-in-lagos-loot-covid-19-palliatives/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

==== Illegal amounts of cash ====
Dẹ̀fù invasion Palace lúmā, Akiolu kámọ́ pé ẹni jọ̀ unyi tọwọ́ mọ́tò, tọwọ́ ẹni mọ́ jí $2 million kpa ₦17 million. Ọ̀rọ̀ nộ mú amí ánẹ́ kpo ugbó pé k'á arrest rẹ̀ k'á prosecute rẹ̀ nọ́wọ́. [[Economic and Financial Crimes Commission|EFCC]] títọ́ nộ pé Òfò-Ọlá Kí Á Kpa Ọwọ́ Mọ́ Dẹ̀fù Újẹ́-Íjī-Ẹ́gọ́ (Money Laundering Prohibition Act) ọ́dọ́   lúmā tọ́wọ́ mọ́gẹ́-káná (2011) á kpa dọ̀nọ̀ nộ pé ọ́nẹ́ kán kẹ́nyụ̀ ẹ́gọ́ gbanza-gbanza lúmā kpa mọ́ dẹ̀fù unyi rẹ̀ nộ. Amí Lọ́yà Lágọ́sì lúmā á kpo ugbó pé k'í fẹ́ mọ́ d'ọwọ́ Akiolu pé k'í kámọ́ títọ́ kí ẹ́gọ́ gbanza lúmā á lédù dẹ̀fù Olú-únyí rẹ̀, alu kí Lọ́yà Kí Á Kpa Ẹ̀tọ́ Ọ́nẹ́ Mọ́..  [[Festus Ogun]] kámọ́ pé Òfò-Ọlá Kí Á Kpa Ọwọ́ Mọ́ Dẹ̀fù Újẹ́-Íjī-Ẹ́gọ́ (Money Laundering Act) nộ kò d'ọ̀nọ̀ unyí-òfò pátápátá nộ. Amí ánẹ́ kán mọ́ á fẹ́ k'í kámọ́ títọ́ bí Akiolu á jẹ́ rí ẹ́gọ́ gbanza-gbanza lúmā kọ́, alu kí í jẹ́ úkọ̀lọ̀ ọlọ́pá tẹ́ nọ́ k'í mọ́ tẹ́ nọ́fẹ́ Ọba..&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|last1=Ajayi|first1=Adebola|title=Lawyers seek Oba of Lagos' arrest, prosecution over 'stolen' $2 million, N17 million|url=https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|location=Abuja, Nigeria|newspaper=[[Peoples Gazette]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042041/https://gazettengr.com/lawyers-seek-oba-of-lagos-arrest-prosecution-over-stolen-2m-n17/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{Cite news|title=&quot;EFCC Should Arrest Him&quot;—Oba of Lagos Under Fire For Keeping $2m, N17m In Palace|url=http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|location=New York City, United States|newspaper=[[Sahara Reporters]]|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042040/http://saharareporters.com/2021/03/04/efcc-should-arrest-him%E2%80%94oba-lagos-under-fire-keeping-2m-n17m-palace|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|last1=Ufuoma|first1=Vincent|title=Reactions as Oba of Lagos claims hoodlums stole $2m, N17m during #EndSARS palace invasion|url=https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|website=International Centre for Investigative Reporting|access-date=29 June 2021|archive-date=29 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210629042042/https://www.icirnigeria.org/reactions-as-oba-of-lagos-claims-hoodlums-stole-2m-n17m-during-endsars-palace-invasion/|url-status=live}}&lt;/ref&gt;

== References ==
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== External links ==

* {{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39724873|title=Why Oba of Lagos 'snubbing' Ooni of Ife shocked Nigeria|work=[[BBC]]|date=2017-04-27}}

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