Popular commentator Mama Pee has weighed in on the ongoing tension in Edo State, condemning the violation of citizens’ rights while firmly warning against what she described as unwarranted attacks on the Benin Palace.

In a statement shared online and now generating widespread reactions, Mama Pee said although she does not support anyone’s rights being trampled upon, there is no justification for casting aspersions at the palace, which she described as a sacred and unifying institution.

“I do not support anyone’s right being trampled upon, but there is no reason why anybody should cast aspersions at the palace. Godwin Obaseki is responsible for the disunity in Edo today,” she said.

Palace Should Not Be Dragged Into Politics

Mama Pee’s remarks come amid growing public debate over the intersection of politics, culture, and traditional authority in Edo State. She stressed that while political leaders and policies should be open to criticism, traditional institutions—especially the Benin Palace—must be treated with respect and kept out of political disputes.

According to her, the palace represents history, identity, and unity for the Edo people and should not be used as a tool in political disagreements.

Observers say her position reflects the sentiment of many Edo residents who believe that recent controversies have blurred the line between political contestation and cultural respect.

Blame Placed on Political Leadership

In her statement, Mama Pee squarely blamed former Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, for what she described as the growing disunity in the state. While she did not go into specific details, her claim echoes a broader narrative among critics who argue that political decisions and leadership style during Obaseki’s tenure deepened divisions across political, cultural, and social lines.

Supporters of this view argue that Edo’s current climate of tension did not emerge overnight but is the result of years of political polarization.

Mixed Reactions Online

Mama Pee’s comments have triggered mixed reactions on social media. Some users applauded her for defending the palace and calling for respect for traditional institutions, while others disagreed with her assessment of Obaseki’s role in the state’s divisions.

Despite differing opinions, many agreed that her statement has reignited an important conversation about the boundaries between politics and culture in Edo State.

A Call for Restraint

Analysts say Mama Pee’s remarks amount to a call for restraint and responsibility in public discourse—protecting citizens’ rights while ensuring that cultural symbols are not dragged into political conflicts.

As debates continue, her statement adds to the growing chorus of voices urging Edo leaders and citizens alike to reflect on how political disagreements are handled and how cultural heritage is preserved during times of tension.

Cc: @miss_natural1