Socio-cultural group, Voice of Warri Kingdom Women, has condemned the violent attack on Ogidigben community in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State, describing it as an unlawful invasion.

The group’s representative, Vivian Eric Mene, in a statement, lamented that during the attack, the homes of a community leader, Chief Captain Okpeyor Daje, including a three-bedroom duplex and a bungalow, were allegedly burnt and vandalised, while his boats and other livelihood assets were looted.

Mene urged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to urgently intervene, saying among others, immediate security action must be ensured to restore peace in the community.

The statement reads: “The Voice of Warri Kingdom Women expresses deep sorrow, outrage, and condemnation over the violent attack on Ogidigben Community in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State on December 20, 2025.

“On that day, Ogidigben, a peaceful community, was invaded by youths reportedly mobilised from Ugborodo and other neighbouring communities, leading to widespread violence, destruction of property, and loss of life.

“During this unlawful invasion, the homes of a respected community leader, Chief Captain Okpeyor Daje, including a three-bedroom duplex and a bungalow, were completely burnt and vandalised, while his boats and other livelihood assets were looted. These criminal acts were carried out while Chief Okpeyor Daje was away in Warri, honourably attending the chieftaincy title conferment by His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, the Olu of Warri.

“As women, mothers, and custodians of peace in Warri Kingdom, we are deeply disturbed by the forcible displacement of women, children, and the elderly, many of whom are now living in unsafe conditions in neighbouring communities and in Warri, without shelter or security.

“We therefore call on the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, in his capacity as Chief Security Officer of the State, to urgently intervene. The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), particularly Section 14(2)(b), clearly states that the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government. This constitutional responsibility must be visibly upheld.

“We demand the immediate security action to restore peace in Ogidigben; a thorough and impartial investigation into the attack, with all those found responsible made to face the law; the setting up of a government committee to assess damages and facilitate the safe return of displaced residents; and immediate humanitarian support for affected families, especially women and children.”