N’Delta Campaigner Warns Of Risks In Unchecked Land Selling

N’Delta Campaigner Warns Of Risks In Unchecked Land Selling

Comrade Mulade Sheriff, an environmental rights activist and development advocate from the Niger Delta, has issued a warning to the Benikrukru community in Gbaramatu kingdom, Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State. He cautioned against the indiscriminate sale of community land to speculators and advised the community’s leadership, led by Comrade Joel Tonjoh, to consider the long-term impact on future generations……CONTINUE READING 

In a statement provided to journalists in Warri on Monday, Mulade, who holds the title of Ibe-Serimowei of ancient Gbaramatu kingdom, expressed concern about the current efforts by Comrade Tonjoh’s administration to secretly sell over 400 acres of land without regard to historical or cultural context. He urged the Pere of Gbaramatu kingdom, His Majesty Oboro Gbaraun II, and community elders to intervene and prevent the sale.

Mulade recommended that the community leadership support and encourage local investors rather than selling land. He suggested that land should be allocated to indigenes who can attract development, emphasizing that this would be a more beneficial approach than selling parcels of land.

In his statement, Mulade highlighted the importance of supporting local contributors who have significantly advanced the community. He emphasized that the community should show appreciation for such contributions by providing land for investment, rather than selling it. He warned against succumbing to short-term gains or external pressures that might undermine justice and fairness.

Mulade concluded by affirming that the land in Benikrukru belongs to all community members and should not be sold without the consent of the entire community. He vowed to resist any unauthorized sales through legal means.