Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Henry Owen
The Ekiti State Government has urged traditional rulers across the state to intensify their roles in mediating long-standing land disputes, warning that unresolved tensions continue to fuel conflict within and between communities.
The appeal comes amid an increase in intra-town and inter-town boundary disagreements, many of which have lingered for years and occasionally sparked violence, community rifts, and court cases that drag on without resolution.
Officials say the move is part of a broader push to promote peace and stability at the grassroots level, noting that monarchs—who traditionally serve as custodians of culture and community order—remain best positioned to intervene early and fairly in disputes before they escalate.
The government believes that strengthening traditional arbitration will not only reduce pressure on the courts but also foster stronger community cohesion at a time when many rural areas continue to face social and economic strains.
By directing royal institutions to take a more active stance, Ekiti authorities hope to restore trust in local conflict-resolution mechanisms and prevent land tensions from undermining development efforts across the state.
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