A chieftaincy ceremony at the palace of Oba Dr Sulaimom Adeshina Raji Asade, the Oniba Eku of Iba land, has sparked online conversation after footage from the event captured an unusual moment between the monarch and a man who was receiving a traditional title. The video, shared on Instagram on Thursday, 20 August 2026, shows the individual kneeling before the Oba as part of the title-conferring ritual.
Monarch Spits Alcohol Twice on Kneeling Man
Without warning, the traditional ruler took a mouthful of alcohol and spat it directly onto the kneeling man, doing so twice in succession. He then offered the man something to drink before signalling for him to rise. The clip spread quickly across social media, drawing a mixture of amusement, shock, and curiosity from commenters who weighed in on the traditional practice.
Titled Man Temporarily Blinded During Ceremony
What followed caught many viewers off guard. As the man attempted to get back on his feet, he appeared to be struggling with impaired vision, seemingly from the alcohol that had made contact with his eyes. He had to be physically supported by those nearby and took some time to wipe his face before he could regain his bearing, still visibly disoriented even with assistance.
Social Media Reactions to the Viral Video
Here are some of the reactions from social media users:
- @omooba_tee wrote: "This man don offend kabiyesi before nothing wey anybody fit tell me."
- @arc_adedeji commented: "Which kind thing be this Kai."
- @omohtorlah shared: "That is Mr Femi Alape ooo our church secretary."
- @the_neyoknight said: "Real definition of 'I pour you spit'."
- @agbanifa observed: "The guy almost fought back."
- @sirflexyk wrote: "Kabiyesi teach ham lesson don't loose guard in opening eyes."
The video has generated widespread discussion, with some users interpreting the act as a disciplinary gesture while others viewed it as a misunderstood ritual. The ceremony continues to be a topic of debate across social media platforms, reflecting broader conversations about traditional practices in contemporary Nigerian society.
