The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has stopped the use of alcohol within his palace and surrounding areas.
He made this known on Saturday, June 22, while marking his 58th birthday in the palace.
The decision came during a meeting with palace workers, where the monarch explained that the ban is part of efforts to maintain a holy and clean environment in the royal compound.
A video shared online showed the king addressing those present, stating that any act considered unclean should not take place within the palace.
He noted that the palace, which also houses a mosque, must remain a place where prayers can be offered with clean hearts and surroundings.
According to him, anyone who wishes to drink alcohol should do so outside the palace fence.
The king also urged everyone connected to the palace to live in a way that reflects moral and spiritual discipline.
He expressed his desire to see members of the palace grow into people he would be proud of.
His stance has been welcomed by many of his followers on social media, with several praising his efforts to make the palace a more respectful and godly place.
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