Legal tussle with Oba of Benin needless, says Edo APC gov campaign organisation

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The All Progressives Congress (APC’s) governorship campaign organisation of Senator Monday Okpebholo/Dennis Idahosa in Edo State has described as needless, the legal tussle with Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, at Edo State High Court 6, Benin.

Okpebholo/Idahosa campaign organisation’s media team on Thursday, May 9, in Benin, stated that efforts must be made to safeguard the Benin kingdom’s rich customs and heritage.

It said: “It is with deep concern over the needless legal tussle with His Royal Majesty, Omo Noba Nedo Ukuakpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, that this call for restraint from the enraged Edo populace has become necessary. The scenes that unfolded at the Benin High Court on Thursday, where some of the Oba’s Enigie (Dukes) are embroiled in a regrettable dispute, will tarnish our cultural heritage and bring shame to our values.

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“We urge the claimants to consider alternative dispute resolution methods, recognising the imperative of preserving the esteemed legacy of the Benin Royal Kingdom, which has withstood centuries of adversity.

“This plea clearly aligns with Senator Monday Okpebholo’s five-point agenda, championing the dignity of traditional rulers in Edo and advocating policies that afford them rightful prominence in governance, while safeguarding our rich customs and heritage.

“In solidarity with our traditional leaders, we call upon every Edo citizen, from the southern plains to Edo central and the Kukuruku hills in the North, to unite and stand firm. Together, let us uphold the unity and integrity of Edo State, praying for divine protection and guidance in these challenging times.”

The media team also urged the Edo electorate to prepare to massively vote for APC in the forthcoming governorship poll in the state, to ensure good governance, unity, and peace, and move Edo forward.

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