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Fresh Kingship Crisis Erupts in Okpella, Edo State

Benin City, Edo State – A fresh crisis is reportedly brewing in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, following the alleged declaration of the seat of Okuokpellagbe by a group of local leaders identified as the Itsogwa, Egah/Igbidegwa.

Sources from the community say the declaration has sparked tension among various factions, raising fears of possible unrest. Details of the purported declaration and the identity of those involved remain sketchy, but community leaders have called for calm and dialogue to avert further escalation.

Authorities in Edo State are reportedly monitoring the situation closely, urging all parties to exercise restraint while efforts are made to resolve the dispute amicably.