Niger Delta
Lawmaker Donates Relief Materials To Boundary Clash Victims
Abi/Yakurr Federal Constituency) representative in the National Assembly, Mr Bassey Ewa, PDP yesterday, donated food and non consumable items to victims of boundary clash in Osopong community in Obubra Local Government Area of Cross River.
Donating the materials in Obubra, Ewa advised the affected people to adopt Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in settling their conflicts rather than going to war with one another.
The Tide reports that the people of Osopong were engaged in an inter-state boundary clash with their Izzi neighbours in Ebonyi, between March 16 and 19.
The conflict led to some deaths and others with injuries.
He said that his visit to the community was to sympathise with the people over their loss during the clash which he said was condemnable.
“I came here today to express my sympathy over the tragic incident that happened to Osopong community. I feel the pain because I grew up in this community as a child.
“I brought 20 bundles of zinc, nails, bags of rice, beans, garri, and the sum of N400, 000 for the community.
“For the love that I have for the Obubra Local Government, I will also pay the hospital bills of those currently hospitalised as a result of the clash,’’ he said.
The lawmaker, who said he was eyeing the position of Cross River Central Senatorial District in 2019 general elections, appealed for people’s support.
“As we gradually approach the 2019 general elections, I wish to inform all sons and daughters of Obubra that I am aspiring for the senate position in Cross River Central.’’
The lawmaker called on the National Boundary Commission to visit the affected area and clearly demarcate the boundary, to forestall future clashes.
The Paramount Ruler of Obubra, Ovarr Clement Ewuna, thanked the lawmaker for the relief materials, saying that the people of Osopong had suffered serial attacks in recent time.
“On behalf of the Chiefs and elders of Obubra, I want to greatly thank you for this gesture.
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