The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has issued a strong warning to Chevron and other oil companies operating in Itsekiriland, declaring that peace without justice is no longer sustainable after decades of oil exploration in the area.

The monarch said more than 60 years of oil production in Itsekiriland have failed to translate into meaningful development for host communities, leaving them impoverished, environmentally degraded, and neglected.

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Speaking on the plight of the oil-bearing communities, Ogiame Atuwatse III stressed that continued exploitation without fair compensation, adequate development, and environmental justice could no longer guarantee lasting peace.

He called on oil firms to urgently reassess their engagement with host communities, insisting on genuine partnerships, improved corporate responsibility, and sustainable development initiatives that reflect the sacrifices made by the people of Itsekiriland.

The revered traditional ruler also urged the Federal Government and relevant regulatory agencies to ensure justice, accountability, and equitable resource benefits for oil-producing communities, warning that stability in the region depends on fairness and inclusion.