Violent clashes in the Bunkprugu/Nakpanduri district of the North East Region have caused significant destruction and displacement.

The unrest, which broke out last week in Ngagma-Gbregu, stemmed from tensions over the enskinment of rival leaders by the Chief of Binde.

The turmoil resulted in two fatalities and left more than 500 people without shelter.

For three days, chaos engulfed the area, leaving a path of devastation. Over 150 structures were engulfed in flames, and more than 5,000 bags of stored produce were lost, deepening the struggles of those affected. Women and children have been hit hardest, enduring days without adequate nourishment.

Seeking urgent relief, the displaced have appealed to authorities for immediate support, particularly food aid.

During a visit, the constituency’s legislator, Abednago Bandim, engaged with the affected families and urged the government to take swift action to ease their hardship.