The Traditional Ruler of South East Uneme in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo state, and the traditional ruler of Hon Clem Agba, the Minister for State, Budget and National Planning, HRH Benjamin Ikani, has been dethroned as Oliola of Uzanu Clan of South East Uneme by the Edo State government
In a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie, the traditional ruler was accused by the state government of incessant and flagrant disregard toa peace agreement and government directive to maintain peace In Uzanu Community and its environs by the Oliola.
The letter reads: “The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Noghegahse Obaseki has approved the revocation of the clan of South East Uneme in Etsako East LGA. Edo State Government has also withdrawn the appointment of HRH Benjamin Ikani as the Oliola of Uzani clan of South East Uname with immediate effect.
” The State Government action is predicated on the incessant and flagrant disregard to peace agreement and governments directive to maintain peace in Uzani community and it’s environs by the Oliola.”
