Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to finding a lasting solution to the longstanding boundary dispute between Amasiri and Edda communities.
Nwifuru made this known in a statement issued on September 9, 2026, following the receipt of the interim report of the Amasiri-Edda Boundary Adjustment and Demarcation Committee.
The governor said peace remains one of the major priorities of his administration, noting that the dispute had caused “pain, loss, and tension” among the affected communities for generations.
“The longstanding Amasiri-Edda boundary dispute has caused pain, loss, and tension among our people for far too long,” he said.
“We cannot allow a conflict that has lingered for generations to continue to undermine the peace and development of our State.”
According to Nwifuru, he received the interim report of the committee on September 8 and “reaffirmed our commitment to finding a lasting solution to the matter.”
He stressed that the state government would not take sides in the dispute.
“Our interest is not to favour anyone or any community. Our interest is peace – peace that will give us development. Where there is no peace, there is no development,” the governor stated.
As the demarcation exercise continues, Nwifuru directed that the existing situation be maintained.
“I have therefore directed that the status quo ante bellum be maintained as the demarcation exercise continues,” he said.
The governor also warned against interference or trespass on land belonging to others, stating, “No one should interfere with or trespass on another person’s land.”
He further directed that the two traditional rulers of Ndukwa and Amasiri be reinstated.
“We are willing to make peace, and we will continue to work for peace across Ebonyi State,” Nwifuru added.