I can't be kidnapped nor assassinated — Olu-Iwo
....Says monarchs can't rely on gods for safety AS traditional rulers become the target of kidnapping and assassination, the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdu-Rasheed Akanbi, yesterday, boasted that no one dared to either kidnap or make him a target for assassination. The monarch also disclosed that traditional rulers, especially in the South-West, cannot continue to rely on ancient gods for safety but should look up to God as their protector. Addressing newsmen at his palace in Iwo, the Oluwo said traditional institutions in Yorubaland must realize that they represent God on earth not deities on ancient gods, hence, must return to God for safety and protection. His words: "I am telling you right here that no one would dare attempt to kidnap or mark me for assassination. I am covered by God's protection, not any deity or gods. I am using this opportunity to call on my colleague monarchs to stop putting their hopes on deities and return everything to the almighty God whom they represe...