Chief of Anyima, Obrempong Amponsem II, is urgently calling on the government to enhance security surveillance in Kintampo and its adjoining communities to avert a simmering chieftaincy and communal feud between the people of Nkoranza and Mo over longstanding land boundary issues.

Tensions have reportedly been simmering in the Kintampo area, where residents from both communities are experiencing increasing agitation, particularly among the youth.

According to the Chief, traditional authorities of the Mo group are laying claim to lands originally demarcated to the Nkoranza traditional area, including Kintampo and Anyima.

“Mo and Nkoranza have a boundary called Pantabon. Mo is at the top, while Nkoranza is below the boundary. But later we realized, the Mo natives claim the entire Kintampo is theirs. The issue is in court. However, they have started demarcating areas, including Anyima, claiming ownership of the lands,” the Chief noted.

Speaking at the durbar of this year’s Yam festival at Anyima, the sub-chief of the Nkoranza Traditional council warned that the situation, if not addressed swiftly, could escalate into violence, potentially resulting in loss of lives and property destruction.

“Over the years, the communities of Nkoranza and Moo (Dega) have lived together peacefully despite facing long-standing land boundary conflicts in Kintampo. However, recent social media activity and rising tensions among the youth have put the people of Kintampo and its surroundings in a precarious situation,” he noted.

He continued that: “If not addressed properly, this could lead to loss of lives and property, as some agitated youths continue to stir up trouble”.

The chief was distraught over the growing influence of social media in spreading misinformation and fueling the social unrest.

He appealed to the government and security agencies to intervene immediately to maintain peace and stability in the area.

Obrempong highlighted the need for a peaceful coexistence as seen between the Nkoranza and Mo people, which was strengthened over time through intermarriages, and urged all parties to protect the tranquility enjoyed now for communal development.