A civil society group, the Young Nigerian Rights Organisation, has called on the Delta State Government to speak out and take action over an alleged domestic violence incident involving the traditional ruler of Otolokpo in Otolokpo, Ika North East LGA, Delta State.
The group, led by activist Victor Ojei, popularly known as Wong Box Nigeria, expressed concern over what it described as the government’s silence weeks after the alleged incident, which reportedly occurred on February 23, 2026.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Ojei said domestic violence is a serious human rights violation that should not be ignored, particularly when allegations involve individuals in positions of authority.
“Domestic violence is a grave violation of human rights and must never be overlooked, especially when those accused hold positions of authority,” he said.
Ojei noted that the continued silence from the Delta State Government raises concerns about its commitment to justice and accountability.
“It is troubling that weeks after the alleged incident, the Delta State Government has remained silent. This raises serious concerns about the government’s commitment to justice and accountability,” he added.
The group compared the situation with developments in Cross River State, where the police arrested a lawmaker, Ovat Dickson, who represents Obubra I State Constituency, over allegations of domestic violence against his wife.
According to Ojei, the swift action taken in Cross River demonstrates that public officials and individuals in authority should not be above the law.
“The decisive steps taken in Cross River State show that no one should be above the law. Unfortunately, the response in Delta State has been silence and apparent inaction,” he said.
The organisation therefore called on the Delta State Government to take immediate steps to address the matter.
“We urge the Delta State Government to order the suspension of the Obi of Otolokpo while the police conduct a thorough investigation into the allegations,” Ojei stated.
He also called on law enforcement agencies to ensure a transparent investigation and urged the state government to publicly address the issue to reassure citizens that justice would prevail.
“Justice must never be selective. Traditional authority, political power or social status should not be used to shield anyone from accountability,” he added.
Ojei stressed that the people of Delta State deserve a government that protects victims and upholds the rule of law.
“Justice delayed is justice denied,” he said.
The group maintained that addressing the matter transparently would strengthen public confidence in the state’s commitment to justice and human rights.
