Police officers worked for hours on Monday to calm tensions between the chiefs and people of Nsein and Lower Axim. The disagreement was about how to celebrate the annual Kundum festival.
Trouble started when chiefs and youth from Nsein attempted to prevent the people of Axim from carrying out their traditional activities. This led to a near confrontation.
The Western Regional Police Command stepped in to restore peace. Their actions prevented the situation from escalating further.
The Kundum festival is an important traditional celebration for the people in the region.
Details about the specific traditional activities in question were not immediately available.
The police successfully de-escalated the situation, ensuring public safety.
Investigations into the exact cause of the dispute are ongoing.
The police command stated their commitment to maintaining peace and order in the region.