Asagba Moves To Resolve Ogbeosowe Land Dispute
Asagba Intervenes in Ogbeosowe Crisis
HIS Royal Majesty, Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has stepped into the lingering land disputes affecting Ogbeosowe Village in Ugbomanta Quarter, Asaba, calling for unity, due process and strict adherence to traditional protocols.
The meeting, held on 28 February 2026, at the Asagba’s Palace in Asaba, brought together leaders and members of the Ogbeosowe community led by Chief Kanayo Oburota, popularly known as “Eziokwu bu ndu Ahaba.” The royal father received the delegation warmly but did not mince words in expressing concern over divisions within the community.
“Disunity Hinders Development”
Addressing the gathering, the Asagba said the purpose of the meeting was to confront what he described as troubling reports of land-related disputes, misunderstandings and growing disunity among kinsmen.
He emphasized that internal conflicts weaken communal strength and slow development, urging members to see themselves first as brothers bound by shared ancestry and collective responsibility.
“Unity remains the foundation of a strong and prosperous community,” the monarch stressed, encouraging dialogue and reconciliation as the only sustainable path forward.
Warning Against Land Grabbing
In a firm caution, the Asagba condemned acts of land grabbing and the unauthorized sale of land without proper approval. He reminded the community that land transactions in Asaba must follow laid-down traditional processes as well as statutory regulations.
According to him, bypassing established procedures not only undermines communal authority but also exposes individuals to serious consequences.
“All land transactions must follow due process and align with traditional and legal standards,” he declared.
Threat of Sanctions
The royal father further warned that continued involvement in unlawful land sales could attract stiff penalties, including the withdrawal of traditional titles.
He urged the Ogbeosowe delegation to return home with a renewed commitment to peace and mutual respect, insisting that reconciliation was preferable to prolonged disputes.
Observers say the intervention underscores the growing concern among traditional institutions in Asaba over increasing land-related conflicts in expanding urban communities.
The palace meeting ended with renewed assurances from community representatives to work toward restoring harmony within Ogbeosowe Village.
