Oba Obateru Akinruntan Shames Mongers as He Arrives Nigeria

For weeks, there was widespread speculation about the health of the Olugbo of Ugbo, Oba Fredrick Obateru Akinruntan, raising concerns among his people. However, the monarch—often referred to as Africa’s richest king—made a grand return from the UK last week, silencing the rumors and reaffirming both his strength and leadership.

Dressed in his usual regal attire, Oba Akinruntan addressed his subjects, expressing gratitude for their unwavering support and prayers. The atmosphere was filled with drumming, singing, and dancing as residents rejoiced, seeing their most revered king in high spirits. To his subjects, his return signifies continuity and stability in the kingdom, with many believing it marks the beginning of renewed progress and unity for the Ugbo people.

The king, a powerful oil magnate and Chairman of Obat Petroleum, also has other businesses across the shore of Africa.