THE Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, has urged communities that are desirous to have a King to avoid any action that can lead to break down of law and order.
He made the call on Tuesday in Asaba when he met with some political leaders and traditional rulers from Ukwuani Local Government Area.
According to him, “there are laid down rules on how kings emerge in Kingdoms and it is important that we follow that due process, because, as a government, we will always present Staff of Office to Kings who are qualified for such.”
He also, mediated on the issue of sales of land in Obiaruku, headquarter of Ukwuani Local Government Area and called on those who are selling land in areas of disputes to desist from doing such.
“Refrain from selling land in disputed areas, since the case is before competent court of law, wait for the judgement of the court before embarking on any action or you fall victim of contempt of court.
“The administration of Rt. Hon. Sherriff Oborevwori will not tolerate crisis of any kind in any part of our state, we are committed to peaceful co-existence, adherance to the rule of law and ensuring a state where socio-economic activities thrive without fear of anybody being molested.
“This is a modern age, due to development, some communities have become autonomous but such should be done in civil manner without rancour, it can be done by mutual agreement,” the Deputy Governor said.
Some of those who spoke at the meeting included the Chairman, Ukwuani Local Government Council, Hon. Possible Ajede, Commissioner for Finance, Sir Fidelis Tilije, former Deputy Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ochor Christopher Ochor. former member of the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Alphonsus Ojo, the Ebu of Umuebu Kingdom, HRM, Donald Ekeruche, the Ezhie of Ezionum Kingdom, HRM Roland Osawunta, the Igwete of Amai Kingdom, HRM, Paul Solomon Ifeneziuche, among others, stated that there is no alternative to peaceful co-existence, assuring the Deputy Governor that the leaders of Ukwuani Local Government Council are civilized and will tow the line of peace at all times.
