Iyanomo  Community Seeks Govt Intervention over Escalation Of Land Dispute With Nigerian Army 

Habiba Sam

one of the destroyed buildings in Iyanomo village by Army

A long-standing land dispute between the Nigerian Army and the Iyanomo community in Edo State has reached a boiling point, with both sides trading accusations and seeking high-level intervention. 

The Iyanomo community has appealed to the Edo State Government and the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Oba Ewuare II, to intervene in the matter.

The community alleges that the Nigerian Army has been destroying their ancestral homes and farmlands, claiming ownership of the land. 

According to the community leaders, Pa Agbonavbare Ohiengbomwan and Iyayi Eboigbe, soldiers have been invading their village, demolishing buildings, and digging trenches to block access.

 The community claims that they have lived on the land for generations and are now facing homelessness and food insecurity.

The community also accuses the army of handing over parts of the land to herdsmen from a northern ethnic group, who allow their cattle to graze freely, destroying crops and exacerbating the community's plight. The residents claim that the soldiers act with impunity, and no one dares challenge them.

In response, the Nigerian Army has issued a stern warning to the Iyanomo community to vacate the land, which it claims legally belongs to the military. 

The Army stated that the land was acquired in 1966 and covered by a Certificate of Occupancy issued in 1994. The military warned that it will not hesitate to demolish all illegal structures and enforce full control over its property if the encroachment continues.

The community has staged a peaceful protest, visiting Government House, the Edo State House of Assembly, and the Palace of the Oba of Benin. The palace chiefs listened to their grievances and promised to relay their concerns to the Monarch for swift attention.

The dispute highlights the need for a swift resolution to protect the rights and interests of both parties. The Edo State Government and the Oba of Benin are expected to play a crucial role in mediating the dispute and finding a lasting solution.

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