Dokubo: I Have No Personal Quarrel With The Person Who Calls Himself Olu Of Warri & Oba Of Benin

Niger Delta activist and traditional ruler, Asari Dokubo, has clarified his position regarding his comments about the Olu of Warri and the Oba of Benin, insisting that his remarks should not be interpreted as evidence of a personal dispute with either traditional ruler.

Dokubo made the clarification in a video shared on Facebook on Friday, October 9, 2026, while addressing reactions to his earlier statements concerning the two traditional institutions.

During the discussion, he sought to distinguish his views on traditional leadership from his personal relationships with the individuals associated with the royal titles.

He maintained that expressing strong opinions about traditional authority did not necessarily mean he was engaged in a personal conflict with those being discussed.

Speaking in the video, Dokubo stated, “I have no personal quarrel with the person who calls himself Olu of Warri and Oba of Benin.”

His remarks appeared aimed at clarifying his position following reactions to his comments about the two traditional institutions. He stressed that his statements should be understood within the context of his views on traditional authority rather than as an indication of personal hostility.

Dokubo further maintained that disagreements over traditional leadership, titles and the status of royal institutions should not automatically be interpreted as personal feuds.

According to the position he expressed, an individual can challenge or question aspects of traditional authority without necessarily having a personal grievance against the people occupying those positions.

The activist’s comments come amid discussions surrounding his views on the Olu of Warri and the Oba of Benin, two prominent traditional institutions in southern Nigeria with deep historical and cultural significance.

The Olu of Warri is the traditional ruler of the Itsekiri people in Delta State, while the Oba of Benin is the revered monarch of the Benin Kingdom in Edo State. Both institutions occupy important positions in the cultural heritage and traditional structures of their respective communities.

Dokubo’s clarification highlights the distinction between criticism of an institution and a personal disagreement with its leadership.

His statement suggests that, despite the strong views he has expressed, he does not consider himself to be involved in a personal quarrel with either traditional ruler.

The development has also drawn attention to the wider debate over traditional authority, cultural identity and the interpretation of public statements involving prominent royal institutions.

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