The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has predicted many Nigerians could demand a constitutional modification to permit President Bola Tinubu to stay in workplace past the present two-term restrict.
The Osun monarch made the prediction in a congratulatory message issued to mark President Tinubu’s 74th birthday.
The standard ruler described the president as a decisive chief laying a renewed basis of hope for the nation.
His phrases: “Many Nigerians could name for a constitutional evaluation to allow Tinubu to serve greater than two phrases in workplace. He’s a pacesetter who is aware of what he’s doing.”
The monarch mentioned the president has demonstrated agency management by means of reforms aimed toward addressing Nigeria’s {economic} challenges.
He mentioned the administration’s insurance policies have contributed to enhancements in {economic} indicators, making reference to enhancements within the naira and a rise in Nigeria’s international reserves.
He mentioned the reserves rose from about $1 billion to between $49.5 billion and $50.45 billion as of late February and March 2026.
The standard ruler additionally recommended President Tinubu for granting autonomy to native governments throughout the nation, noting that the coverage has elevated allocations to states and strengthened governance on the grassroots.
Akanbi additionally praised ongoing infrastructure initiatives throughout the nation particularly the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway and the Sokoto-Badagry highway.
He added: “You aren’t but a succesful chief till you’re taking selections and stand by them. Many previous presidents tried to take away obstacles to {economic} prosperity however have been overrun by public outcries.
“Tinubu has demonstrated unusual management by means of reforms. Nigeria’s international reserves have elevated to over $49.5bn from about $1bn.
“Native authorities autonomy is taking impact, states earn extra, and highway initiatives, together with the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Street and the Sokoto-Badagry Street, are ongoing.”