Following a long-standing land crisis between Umobor in Akaeze and Ogwor in Ishiagu, both in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Governor Francis Nwifuru has declared the disputed land a buffer zone.
Governor Nwifuru disclosed this in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Grace Umezurike, on Thursday.
He then invited stakeholders from both communities and urged security agencies to ensure that law and order are maintained in the area.
The statement reads: “His Excellency, the Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has observed with serious concern the lingering crisis between the people of Umobor-Akaeze and Ogwor-Ishiagu in Ivo LGA over a piece of land.
“Consequently, the Governor has declared the disputed land a buffer zone and directed both parties to steer clear of the land, as anybody found on the land will face the wrath of the law.
“His Excellency, the Governor, also directs security agencies to beef up security to ensure full compliance with these directives and to maintain law and order in the area.
“The Governor further invites 20 stakeholders from each of the communities to a crucial meeting.”
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