The lingering chieftaincy crisis in Kula Kingdom in Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State has finally been resolved at a peace meeting convened by the Chairman of Akuklu-Toru Local Government, Hon. Rowland Sekibo, and the Member of Rivers State House of Assembly representing Akuku-Toru Constituency II, Hon. Isaiah Opuende, in Port Harcourt.
According to a press release by Abraham Ebini, the Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Hon. Opuende, the meeting was the climax of the efforts to promote peace and tranquilly within the Kula Kingdom.
“The historic gathering, which took place at the official residence of Hon. Lolo Isaiah Opuende in the Rivers House of Assembly quarters, aimed to resolve the conflict without resorting to litigation. The two political leaders successfully brokered a harmonious agreement amongst the factions of chiefs, resulting in a win-win outcome where neither party emerged victorious nor vanquished,” the release said.
Hon. Opuende had during the meeting emphasised the importance of fostering lasting unity within the region as a catalyst for attracting essential development. He affirmed his unwavering commitment to utilising all legal means necessary to achieve peace in the area.
Hon. Isaiah Opuende, and Kula Chiefs after the peace meeting
He further stated that aside from his primary responsibility of representing his constituents through favourable legislation, promoting and nurturing peace remained an integral part of his agenda. He underscored that without peace, any efforts geared towards advancing development would prove futile.
With the successful resolution of the chieftaincy dispute, it is expected that Kula Kingdom will experience renewed of unity and stability necessary for laying the foundation for progress within the community.
Those who attended the meeting included Chief Kalaogbolo Nath Obu-Sukubo, the Chief of Boro, Chief Gibson Tyger Opusingi, Chief Kalagbolo Nath Boro, Chief Sibia Aaron Offo, Chief Godin Opueze, Chief Esene Dearson Opuari, Chief Ibinabo Kiliya, Chief W. Gaga, Chief Tuboalabo Fiala, Chief Otomba Yellow Tamunosaki, Chief T. A. O. Slink, Chief. Oye Otto, Chief Harrison Kalamafiya, Chief Siemiema Bone, Chief (Dr) Ayanate Kio Dia, Chief Ajagidi Asawari, Chief Asiyekuromaa Ebini, Chief Asaye Agiri, Chief Isimama Sukubo, Chief Aleki, Chief Iboroma Brown, Chief Nsobiari Kalaoriye, Chief Atiye Amabibi, Chief (Elect), Prince Jene Eleki, and other chiefs who played a significant role in the resolution process.
