Commission of Inquiry Briefs Oborevwori On Findings Following Dispute in Ogwashi-Uku, Neighbouring Communities

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Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has assured the people of Ogwashi-Uku kingdom and neighbouring communities of the prompt study and release of white paper on the Commission of Inquiry’s report following land disputes in the area.

Oborevwori who gave the assurance while receiving reports of the Commission of Inquiry into the lingering kingship/land ownership dispute within Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Aniocha South Local Government Area of the state, said the findings of the committee will give state government a proper insight into the genesis of the protracted crises, and provide the road map towards achieving the goal of sustainable peace and security not just in Ogwashi-Uku and environs, but also the entire state.

Appreciating the Chairman and members of the Commission of Inquiry for their sacrifice, dedication to duty and sense of responsibility, he appealed to other aggrieved communities to give peace a chance, and embrace the spirit of harmony, cooperation, and peaceful coexistence.

Chairman of the Commission of Inquiry, Justice Ejiro Emudainowho, who led members of the panel to government house Asaba, recommended that the Codification of the succession procedure be introduced to the throne of the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku to prevent issues and ensure smooth transition in leadership, definition of the functions, hierarchy and reporting lines of the traditional chieftaincy titles and the recognition of the rights to self- determination and due process; believing that the aforementioned recommendations if adopted will not only bring lasting peace to Ogwashi-Uku but will also serve as a model to conflict resolution in other traditional communities facing similar problems.