The Ulayat right institution of the marine resources in Wabula Indigenous community

Abstract

This study examines the customary rights of the Wabula indigenous community, referred to as "Ombo," which embodies local wisdom through the prohibition of fishing and the extraction of marine resources in designated areas of the Wabula Sea for specified periods. The implementation of "Ombo" is overseen by "Sara Kadie Wabula," a traditional governance body that exercises judicial and executive functions within the Wabula region, possessing the authority to impose sanctions on transgressors of customary regulations and to conduct traditional ceremonies. This research is empirical in nature, focusing specifically on the Wabula indigenous community in Buton Regency, Southeast Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. Primary data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation, while secondary data were sourced from historical archives, prior studies concerning the Wabula indigenous community, pertinent legislation, and relevant literature. The data are presented in a qualitative descriptive format. The findings indicate that the customary rights institution of "Ombo" within the Wabula customary law community comprises various customary regulations governing the utilization of marine resources, accompanied by customary sanctions for violations. Additionally, the role of 'Sara Kadie Wabula' as a customary council is highlighted, emphasizing its authority to regulate 'Ombo,' which includes restrictions on the exploitation of fish and marine resources in the coastal areas of Wabula, delineated by specified dimensions, areas, and boundaries, as well as regulations concerning the types of fishing gear employed and the enforcement of customary penalties, including fines and social sanctions.

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