Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has intervened in a land dispute between Amaeze Aguleri and Umuoba Anam communities in Anambra East Local Government Area. The dispute recently escalated into communal clashes, resulting in loss of life and injuries. Soludo expressed deep sadness over the casualties and reiterated that violence has no place in a peaceful and prosperous Anambra State. He directed both communities to immediately cease all forms of hostilities and maintain absolute peace.
The governor's directive followed reports of the communal clash, which left several buildings, including the palace of a traditional ruler, burnt. Soludo's Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, stated that the governor had convened an emergency peace and security meeting with key stakeholders from the affected communities. The meeting is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the Light House, Awka. All grievances and claims must be channelled exclusively through their designated stakeholders at the upcoming meeting.
Soludo's administration is committed to protecting lives and property and resolving communal disputes peacefully. The governor has deployed security agencies, including the Police, to the area to enforce law and order and prevent further breaches of the peace. Aburime stated that the governor's intervention aims to address the root causes of the long-standing dispute and achieve a lasting resolution.
The land dispute between Amaeze Aguleri and Umuoba Anam communities has been ongoing for some time. The recent clashes resulted in significant damage to property and loss of life. Soludo's intervention is aimed at restoring law and order and promoting peace in the area. The governor's peace and security meeting will bring together key stakeholders to discuss the dispute and find a lasting solution.
Soludo's directive to cease hostilities and maintain peace is a stern warning to both communities. The governor emphasized that violence and destruction of property have no place in Anambra State. The deployment of security agencies to the area is a measure to prevent further violence and ensure the safety of lives and property.
The emergency peace and security meeting will provide a platform for stakeholders to discuss the dispute and find a lasting solution. Soludo's administration is committed to resolving communal disputes peacefully and protecting the rights of all citizens. The governor's intervention is a welcome development, and stakeholders are hopeful that a lasting solution will be found.
Governor Soludo's commitment to peace and security in Anambra State is unwavering. His administration will continue to work towards promoting peace and resolving communal disputes. The governor's intervention in the land dispute between Amaeze Aguleri and Umuoba Anam communities is a demonstration of his commitment to protecting lives and property and promoting peace in the state.
Key points
- Governor Soludo convenes emergency peace meeting to address land dispute.
- Soludo orders communities to cease hostilities and maintain absolute peace.
- The governor deploys security agencies to prevent further breaches of the peace.
