EDO: No court matter against Oba of Benin – Govt

THE Edo State Government stated today that it has no legal issues with Oba Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo.

According to social media sources, the government is currently pursuing a court lawsuit against the revered traditional monarch, which the state government has portrayed as the work of state enemies.

Governor Godwin Obaseki’s Special Adviser (Media Projects), Crusoe Osagie, issued a statement urging state citizens and the general public to dismiss the reports.

“The Edo State Government has no case in court against our revered Royal Father, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin,” the statement read.

“The rumour making the rounds on social media of an impending court case is the handiwork of enemies of the State and should be disregarded.

“As a matter of fact, in the matter being referenced by the purveyors of the fake news, the Edo State Government is a defendant, which means the State government is being sued.

“The State Government maintains a cordial relationship with the Royal Palace and holds the Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, Ogidigan, in high esteem.”

According to the governor’s spokesman, the rumour is false and should be dismissed in its entirety.

He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to maintaining positive relationships with all stakeholders in the state.