Two persons have reportedly died at Odot Uyi community, Akpabuyo local government area of Cross River State as a result of leadership tussle in the community.
The crises which allegedly erupted on February 2, was said to have claimed the lives of two persons whose names were given as 30 year-old Edem Ekpo Nyong and 26 year old Ekpo Ekpo Nyong while the the palace of the village head was reportedly touched
Police Public Relations Officer, for Cross River State Command, SP Sunday Eitokpah Akata, while confirming the incident added that two suspects have been taken into custody.
He, however, said although the “entire community is deserted,” investigations were on to track the fleeing suspects, warning that the Command will not tolerate a situation where people disturb the peace of the state.
“The unfortunate incident took place. Two suspects have been arrested while the other suspect, the Village Head is on the run, the PPRO ,” he said
The crises, sources said followed a dispute over a chieftaincy title which divided the community into two divides, with none of the sides ready to give ear to reason.
