The Member of Parliament for Nsawam Adoagyiri in the Eastern Region, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has called on state security agencies to urgently intervene following a violent clash between two groups in the Nsawam Adoagyiri township, which left one person dead, several injured, and property destroyed.

In a statement, Annoh-Dompreh attributed the violence to long-standing tensions between residents of Adoagyiri and Adoagyiri Zongo communities.

What began as a dispute quickly escalated into widespread chaos, prompting fears among residents and business owners.

The MP appealed to the Ghana Police Service and National Security to act swiftly to restore calm and ensure the safety of lives and property.

He also emphasised the need for sustained efforts to address the underlying causes of such tensions to prevent future outbreaks of violence.

“This is not just about maintaining order for today,” he noted. “We must work together — as leaders, security agencies, and community stakeholders — to find a long-term solution that promotes peace and unity.”

Residents and traders have been left shaken by the incident, with many calling for reinforced security measures and community dialogue to avert further unrest.

Reacting to the incident, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle, linked the clash to the broader issue of unresolved chieftaincy and land disputes across the country.

According to her, Ghana is currently grappling with over 200 such disputes, many of which have turned violent and threaten national stability.

“There is a disturbing trend of individuals and groups resorting to violence and the use of firearms to resolve these conflicts, which is a clear violation of the law,” she said.

Dr. Rawlings stressed the need for an apolitical and dispassionate approach to resolving these disputes, urging the government to take a more proactive role in conflict mediation and resolution.

While she acknowledged the Ghana Police Service's efforts in responding to such incidents, Dr. Rawlings emphasised the need for a broader national conversation to address the root causes and to equip the Ministry of the Interior and National Security with the tools and resources needed to maintain law and order in conflict-prone areas.

Both MPs underscored the importance of collaboration between security agencies, traditional authorities, and community leaders to foster lasting peace and cohesion in affected communities.