Adamawa Communities Resume Hostilities Despite Peace Accord, Arrests Made

The Bachama and Chobo communities in Adamawa have reignited hostilities shortly after a peace accord was signed late last year. Two men, William Joshua and Ezekiel Luka, were arrested for allegedly killing three women.

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri intervened following sustained violence, deploying security forces and facilitating peace meetings. Dr. Jamila Suleiman of the Adamawa State Peace Commission emphasized the importance of dialogue and reconciliation.

The peace deal aims to end the protracted communal crisis and restore calm in the region.