Ebonyi, Cross River government should address boundary dispute

The Ebonyi and Cross River State governments should urgently find a lasting solution to the boundary dispute between Ekoli Edda in Afikpo LGA of Ebonyi and neighbouring Biase LGA of Cross River.

The two communities have been having dispute over a palm plantation on their boundary.

Few days ago, two persons were killed and five others abducted from Ekoli Edda in Afikpo LGA.

This is quite sad and I call on Governor Ben Ayade and Dave Umahi to quickly wade into this matter for a peaceful resolution.

We cannot afford to have further killings in the area.

I also urge the warring communities to sheathe their swords and embrace peace.

Obinna Ume writes from Abakaliki