Oluwo of Iwo Honours VDM with Agbada, Confers Traditional Title of ‘Atayese of Nigeria’ During Palace Visit
Oluwo of Iwo Honours VDM with Agbada, Confers Traditional Title of ‘Atayese of Nigeria’ During Palace Visit
The Oluwo of Iwo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, has honoured social commentator and activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), during a courtesy visit to the royal palace in Iwo, Osun State.
In a symbolic display of respect and recognition, the monarch adorned VDM with a traditional Agbada and conferred on him the honorary title of “Atayese of Nigeria.” The event attracted admiration from palace chiefs, community leaders, and supporters who witnessed the colourful ceremony.
Speaking during the visit, the Oluwo praised VDM for his boldness, courage, and unwavering commitment to speaking on issues affecting ordinary Nigerians. The monarch described the activist as a fearless voice who has consistently used his platform to demand accountability, justice, and better governance.
The traditional ruler noted that the title “Atayese of Nigeria” reflects VDM’s influence in promoting truth, social justice, and national consciousness among young Nigerians.
In response, VeryDarkMan expressed gratitude to the Oluwo for the honour, describing the recognition as a motivation to continue advocating for the interests of the people. He pledged to remain committed to promoting transparency, justice, and positive societal change.
The palace visit has since generated widespread reactions across social media, with many Nigerians sharing photos and videos from the event while congratulating VDM on the royal recognition.
The honour marks another significant moment in the activist’s growing national profile, as he continues to attract recognition from influential personalities and traditional institutions across the country.
