The clash that erupted over leadership and control of community resources between Afo chiefdom of Udu Ward and Mararaba Udege has consumed three lives and displaced many residents.
In an effort to restore peace in the disputed area, Nasarawa State, Governor, Abdullahi Sule has disbanded two traditional rulers involved in a violent dispute over resource control.
The Governor made the announcement on Wednesday while addressing journalists after inspecting the damage caused by the recent clashes in Nasarawa Local Government Area.
Governor Sule 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.
The governor, while stressing the importance of peace, 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 said.
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