Delta State Deputy Governor Onyeme Issues Strong Warning Against Civil Unrest, Hostility

Delta State Deputy Governor Onyeme Issues Strong Warning Against Civil Unrest, Hostility

The Delta State Government has asserted its intolerance for any community instigating hostility or civil unrest, Deputy Governor Monday Onyeme emphasized during meetings held in Asaba. These gatherings involved leaders from Ugboba and Obomkpa Communities in Aniocha North Local Government Area, as well as Issele-Asaba Community (Akpoma Quarters) in Aniocha North and Okpanam (Ogbeozoma and Amachai Quarters) in Oshimilli North……. CONTINUE READING

Onyeme assured that security agencies are authorized to uphold law and order, stressing the government’s commitment to resolving boundary disputes and land issues across the state. As chairman of the Delta State Boundary Committee, he directed security agencies to maintain peace statewide.

“The MORE Agenda of this administration prioritizes enhancing peace and security, fundamental for development and opportunities,” Onyeme affirmed. “We are resolute in achieving lasting peace as a foundation for progress.”

The Deputy Governor announced that the Delta State Boundary Committee’s technical team would visit Ugboba, Ogbomkpa, Issele-Asagba, and Okpanam communities within three weeks to expedite resolutions.

“We are dedicated to providing solutions because peace is essential for our collective progress,” Onyeme reiterated. He urged fairness and realistic dialogue in addressing community issues, highlighting the evolving nature of society.

Delta State Commissioner of Police, Olufemi Abaniwonda, represented by ACP Alex Udeze, echoed the call for peace, warning against any attempt to disrupt public order. He assured that security agencies would enforce the law impartially.

Leaders including His Royal Majesty, Ezedinbu Nkebakwu III, the Obi of Ugboba, and His Royal Majesty, Obi Onyemechi Kanyinaga, the Obi of Ogbomkpa, commended the government’s intervention and urged swift resolutions. Community representatives from Issele-Asagba and Okpanam also pledged cooperation with the government to resolve boundary disputes amicably.