The Gbiniyiri Chief whose house was burnt down in August 2025 following a violent land dispute has successfully returned to the community as part of the peace process.
The efforts by the District Security Committee (DISEC) of the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba assembly., traditional authorities and other stakeholders in the area have led to a new wave of hope for the peaceful coexistence.
The chief was welcomed back into the community amidst drumming and dancing
Ahead of his arrival security was tight.
His palace which was burnt down during the conflict but has been reconstructed by government.
District Chief Executive for Sawla-Tuna-Kalba, Saaka Sinkina is optimistic that the return of the chief will mark the beginning of a new era of development
“It is obvious that the conflict we experienced in this area affected development and we are happy that at long last peace has returned and we remain optimistic that the return of the chief of Gbiniyiri will seal the peace of the area. The District remains one of the poorest and conflict should not add to our woes,” he said.
Sawlawura Abdulai Nugbaso, advised the chief and the community members to live peacefully with each other
“As he has come back, he (the chief) should also learn to involve the people in his endeavors so that they do not rise against him. He is here because of them, and the people must also accord him the needed support,” he advised.
For the Deputy Savanna Regional Police Commander DCOP Manteaw, the Police Service will continue to maintain law and order in Gbiniyiri and its surrounding communities.
On Sunday August 24, a communal conflict between two feuding factions over a plot of land resulted in the death of 31 people and the displacement of over 48,000.
The efforts to mend and rebuild communities of a shattered social fabric by government, traditional authorities and other stakeholders has led to a new wave of hope for the returnees
Gbenyiri, Kalba, Tanchire, Bal3, were among communities were affected by the conflict.
By Christopher Amoako
