VeryDarkMan Honoured with Chieftaincy Title During Royal Visit to Oluwo, Oba AbdulRasheed Akanbi
Ademola Busayo 
Social media critics, VeryDarkMan (VDM) was honoured with royal regalia and bestowed with a traditional title by the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, Telu 1 during his visit to Iwo, Osun State.
The honour was bestowed on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, after VeryDarkMan visited the revered monarch alongside members of the Ratels Movement.
According to videos circulating on social media, the activist first arrived in Ibadan before proceeding to the palace, where he received a warm welcome from the royal household and residents who had gathered to witness the occasion.
Upon his arrival at the palace, VeryDarkMan observed Yoruba cultural customs by prostrating before the monarch as a mark of respect. The gesture was met with applause from those in attendance and reflected the long-standing tradition of paying homage to Yoruba royal fathers.
The atmosphere at the palace was celebratory as the Oluwo, dressed in full traditional regalia, warmly received the activist. The monarch exchanged pleasantries with his guest while palace chiefs, members of the Ratels Movement, and other attendees watched the ceremony unfold. Several people recorded the event, with videos from the palace quickly making their way onto social media.
As part of the ceremony, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi personally adorned VeryDarkMan with traditional Yoruba attire, symbolizing his acceptance into the fold of the kingdom. The highlight of the visit came when the monarch officially conferred on him the prestigious chieftaincy title of Atayese of Yorubaland.
The title marks another notable milestone for the outspoken social commentator, whose advocacy on social issues and public interest matters has earned him a large following across Nigeria. The palace visit and chieftaincy conferment have since become one of the most talked-about topics online, with many awaiting further details about the significance of the title and the activist’s remarks following the honour.
The development has generated mixed reactions online, with some congratulating the activist while others questioned the significance of the honour.
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