Ochibe Boki, the apex socio-cultural organisation of the Boki people, strongly condemns the incessant violence and clashes involving the Boje, Iso Bendeghe and Nsadop communities in Boki local government area of Cross River state.
The call was contained in a statement issued by the spokesperson for Ochibe Boyki, Hon Cletus Obun on Monday.
He said “We are deeply concerned about the disappearance of Obi Bisong, aged 22, and Nkpe Elvis Ekwo, aged 28, both from Bansan Osokom.
“The two young men were reportedly last seen in Enyi Boje at about 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 5 2026, while returning from Olom to Bansan Osokom through Onicha Farm and Nsadop. They have not been seen since then”.
Continuing, Hon. Obun said “Ochibe Boki demands that the clan heads, chiefs and other leaders of Iso- Bendeghe and Nsadop cooperate fully with the police and immediately produce the two young men alive and unharmed.
“Anyone with information about their whereabouts must report to the Divisional Police Office, Okundi Boki, or the nearest security agency without delay”.
He warned that “Ochibe Boki will no longer fold its arms and watch Boki land degenerate into violence and anarchy.
“The traditional and community leaders in the affected evil triangle must take responsibility for restoring peace and ensuring the safe return of the two missing youths.
“Failure to do so will require them to answer before the relevant security agencies.
“We call on all Boki people to remain calm, avoid retaliation and allow the security agencies with the full cooperation of our people to conduct a thorough investigation”.
