Nigeria: PPP Records Another Milestone in Land Dispute in Delta State

Feb 26, 2014 | Alliance for Peacebuilding
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The communities are Obi Ogadi in Asaba and Ogboli in Ibusa, both in Delta State, Nigeria. The contention involves the legal ownership of a piece of land called “Ani Udo,” which ironically translates to “land of peace.” The situation has deteriorated since Asaba emerged as the capital of the state, resulting in the appreciation of the land’s value. This appreciation has increased the interest in the land and heightened the likelihood of violent conflict.