- The affected traditional rulers were said to be involved in the violent clash in the Afo chiefdom of Udu Ward and Mararaba Udege.
Amid the brutal dispute over resource control in some parts of Nasarawa State, governor Abdullahi Sule has disbanded two traditional rulers.
The affected traditional rulers were said to be involved in the violent clash in the Afo chiefdom of Udu Ward and Mararaba Udege.
The disbandment, which was announced by the governor on Wednesday, is expected to restore peace in the troubled areas.
Speaking while addressing journalists after inspecting the damage caused by the recent clashes in Nasarawa Local Government Area, Sule appealed to the people to embrace peace and live in harmony.
At least three people were killed and many residents displaced during the violence which was spurred by leadership and control of community resources.
Stating the importance of peace, the governor urged the Afo people to embrace unity and reconciliation instead of resorting to violence.
“Lack of understanding among ourselves is often the root cause of crises. This community belongs to the Afo people, but it is also home to other tribes.
“It is time for us to accept one another and work towards the development of the area,” Governor Sule stated.
To ensure a peaceful transition, the governor announced plans to set up a committee, led by a former military officer, to oversee the affected communities and facilitate the selection of a new traditional ruler.
He also issued a stern warning to the rival factions against further violence, stressing that the government would not tolerate actions that threatened the peace and stability of the region.
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