Delta State Government has promised to resolve the brewing intra-community land dispute involving the Oligbo family of Ogbe-Iyase Quarters in Akwukwu-Igbo Community, headquarters of Oshimili North Local Government Area of the State.
This affirmation was given by the Director of Protocols (DOP) Chief Sunday Onoriode, while speaking to the natives of the community, during a counter-peaceful protest at Government House to debunk allegations of land grabbing against Chief Fred Ajudua.
The DOP thanked the protesters for their peaceful conduct as he called on them to remain calm and law-abiding, adding that the Delta State Government would do everything possible to bring a lasting solution to the dispute.
“Let me appreciate you on behalf of our Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for the peaceful conduct you have displayed today. Yesterday we received a group from your community in this same place saying that some strangers are entering their land unlawfully.”
“We pleaded with them just like we are pleading with you now that our Governor is a man of peace and he loves peace so much. He has asked me to tell you all to continue living peacefully and harmoniously without problems. After yesterday’s protest, the issue was referred to the appropriate department that handles conflicts and now that you are here we now know the two groups involved in this matter.”
“The committee will invite stakeholders from both groups when they want to address your matter but above all, you must remain peaceful and law-abiding”
The Oligbo Family protesters led by Uyo Iyase Chief Paul Nwaebili, Uko Oligbo, Hyacinth Iwelu and Onwuenwuzor Anthony on the directives of Diokpa Iyase Emmanuel Sonwu said they embarked on the peaceful counter-protest to correct the erroneous impression created by the dissident members of the family.
They however called on the state government to disregard the earlier protesters, noting that Chief Fred Ajudua was called to weigh in on the situation adding that no power of attorney had been given to him.
