Abunyanya: There was a violent clash at Abunyanya, a farming community in the Nkwanta North District of the Oti Region on Sunday, February first, resulting in the death of two people, leaving several others injured.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Alhassan Abubakar, the Assembly member of the Abunyanya Electoral Area, who also serves as the Presiding Member of Nkwanta North District Assembly, stated that the clash was fueled by a long-standing land and chieftaincy dispute. He reported that the conflict led to the destruction of properties, including houses, motorbikes, and shops.
Mr. Abubakar explained that the incident began when a man from Abunyanya No.1 started developing a piece of disputed land, which was currently a subject of contention. Individuals from Abunyanya No.2 attempted to stop him from claiming ownership, leading to a violent confrontation. Calm was eventually restored through military intervention.
The District Security Committee (DISEC) quickly intervened, summoning community leaders in an effort to resolve the issue. However, the individual continued with his project, disregarding DISEC's advice. The situation escalated, resulting in gunfire, the death of two people, and several injuries. Properties, including houses and motorbikes, were also destroyed.
Mr. Abubakar noted that the Oti Regional Minister, Mr. John Kwadwo Gyapong, had deployed security personnel to Abunyanya and its surroundings to restore order.