The Edo State Government has announced the removal of three traditional rulers across two local government areas for allegedly violating extant traditional and legal regulations.
This development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor, in Benin.
Umoru Inusa Umoru was removed as the Aidenogie of South Ibie in Etsako West, while Alhaji Aliyu Kelvin Danesi was immediately reinstated to the position.
Ikhilor said that Umoru’s removal followed the discovery that the Aidenogie stool was not allegedly vacant prior to his appointment.
Similarly, Lukman Akemokue was removed as Okuokpellagbe of Okpella in Etsako East for allegedly contravening succession laws established under customary declarations.
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His removal, according to the statement, was allegedly based on non-compliance with the Bendel State Legal Notice 132 of 1979, guiding traditional succession.
Also affected was Dr. George Oshiapi Egabor, who was removed as Okumagbe of Uwano Kingdom, Agenebode in Etsako East Local Government Area.
Egabor’s removal followed his alleged suspension due to repeated incidents of kidnappings and killings reported within his domain.
The statement noted that the Edo State Executive Council approved these revocations at its meeting held on Tuesday.
The statement added that preparations were underway to commence the lawful selection process for a new Okuokpellagbe of Okpella and Okumagbe of Uwano Kingdom.
Citizens of the affected areas were urged to remain peaceful as the government works to preserve order, unity, prosperity, and communal harmony statewide.
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