Two persons killed in renewed conflict in Nkwanta

On January 3, 2024, 4:19 PM

Two individuals have been shot dead, and several others injured in a renewed ethnic conflict in the Nkwanta South Municipality.

The recent conflict began on December 31, 2023, resulting in the fatal shooting of a young man believed to be in his 30s and another person at Odomi near Nkwanta on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

This resurgence of violence stems from a clash between three ethnic groups in the area regarding the celebration of the annual Yam Festival, which was scheduled for October 2023.

This brings to 18 the total number of people killed since the conflict broke some two months ago, following a tribal conflict between the tribes.

Meanwhile, the Nkwanta township has a 1700–0600-hour curfew, excluding the surrounding communities.

Many residents have lost their lives, prompting many to flee the municipality.

Despite ongoing patrols by security personnel, the situation remains unresolved, prompting a call for more peaceful methods to address the conflict.

Story By Edinam Sablah