Oba of Lagos’ staff of office reportedly returned

 The staff of office of the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu has reportedly been returned, after a new video showed it in the Palace.

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On Wednesday, October 21, angry mob went to the Oba mod Lagos palace and stole his his staff of office and other personal item.

The mob did not only steal the staff of office, but they also destroyed the palace and looted COVID-19 palliatives hoarded inside the palace.

The monarch on Friday October 23, gave the men 24-hour to return the staff of office or face consequence of their action.

As the ultimatum has expired, traditional priests in the state gathered curses on those who were involved in the looting.

In a new video sighted by LailasNews, the staff of office could be seen placed by the wall and was found inside a room scattered with papers which is believed to have been destroyed by the rioters.

The staff of office is a symbol of authority of a traditional ruler. Watch the video below