Oluwo Of Iwo Faces Criticism For Unveiling Head In Mecca

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June 15, 2024

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Oluwo Of Iwo Faces Criticism For Unveiling Head In Mecca—-Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwo, has sparked controversy after being seen with his head uncovered during a prayer session in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

The monarch was in Makkah praying for peace, longevity, and mercy, and shared a video of this moment on social media.

The video drew mixed reactions, as it is traditionally expected for a Yoruba king to keep his head covered, especially in public. One follower, @fabricsbyarinola, questioned, “I thought a king must not open their head in public?”

Another user, @acube321, expressed disapproval, saying, “Kabiesi oooo, sir you are not supposed to open your head. You can’t be the custodian of Yoruba culture and still worship in the Arab way. This is intriguing. You are demeaning our culture, sir. This is too bad sir.”

Despite the backlash, some supported the Oluwo’s actions. @nadee_a_kitchen_treat commented, “See my hometown king. Everybody is equal in the presence of Almighty Allah. Islam is beautiful. May Almighty Allah accept your worship.” Similarly, @fasasiwakeel added, “I am moved emotionally by the way he was praising the King of Kings. May the Almighty Allah answer your prayers.”

In addition to the head-covering controversy, the Oluwo faced criticism for another prayer he shared on social media. He prayed that, similar to the millions of Muslims who undertake the pilgrimage to Makkah, people will find no rest until they visited Iwo.

Critics questioned the attractions and infrastructure of Iwo that would draw global visitors.

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NAHCON Transports 79% Nigerian Pilgrims For 2025 Hajj

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May 21, 2025

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NAHCON Transports 79% Nigerian Pilgrims For 2025 Hajj—-The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), says it has successful transported 32,549 pilgrims, representing 79.1 per cent of the total intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj exercise.

NAHCON disclosed this in a statement issued by its Assistant Director, Information and Publication, Hajiya Fatima Usara, in Madina on Wednesday.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Vice-President Kashim Shettima declared the inaugural flight open on May 9, in Owerri, Imo.

Usara said this development was achieved through 79 flights operated since the commencement of the airlift operations on May 9.

According to her, many states including Adamawa and Plateau have concluded their transport operations, while those with one flight only will complete their operations today.

”These states include Bauchi and Gombe States, with 30 pilgrims each left to be transported.

“Jigawa and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are also expected to complete their pilgrim transportation today.

”Kwara with 137 pilgrims remaining, will conclude by joining a Kano Max Air flight this afternoon.

“Benue pilgrims will join intending pilgrims from the South-South section to undertake a combined and only flight from the region on May 23, marking the last phase of the airlift for the area.

“Importantly, no flight cancellations have been recorded since the airlift began.

”However, deliberate minor delays were arranged to allow for the proper clean-up and decongestion of hotels in Madinah especially with the surge in arrivals.”

The NAHCON spokesperson explained that such cleanup procedures were standard operational routines following vacation of rooms during the Hajj season.

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BREAKING: American Robert Prevost, Elected As The 267th Pope Of The Catholic Church, Taking The Name Pope Leo XIV

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May 8, 2025

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BREAKING: American Robert Prevost, Elected As The 267th Pope Of The Catholic Church, Taking The Name Pope Leo XIV

Robert Prevost is the new Catholic Pope, elected by the cardinals today, Thursday, May 8.

Earlier, white smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signalling that cardinals locked inside have elected a new leader for the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics.

Thousands of pilgrims and curious onlookers in St Peter’s Square cheered and applauded as the smoke appeared and bells began to ring, indicating the 2,000-year-old institution has its 267th pope.

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