Odomi buries six: Community issues stern warning against further attacks
Odomi buried six individuals on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. The six individuals were murdered during recent ethnic violence. Nana Mbemadon Afenvi, the Chief of Odomi, issued a stern warning to those responsible for the instability, declaring that the community would no longer tolerate further aggression. He reiterated, "Our people have tried. We have been patient, and we have listened to advice for peace," adding that any further assault on the residents would be met with a resolute response.
The funeral drew mourners from across the region. Nana Mbemadon Afenvi stated that the community has been at the forefront of peace-building efforts between the feuding Adele, Akyode, Challa, and other factions. He lamented that bloodshed has continued unabated, with farmers still coming under direct attack, despite participation in numerous mediation sessions and dialogue forums. The atmosphere during the funeral rites was described as emotionally draining.
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The farming community of Odomi in Ghana's Oti Region recently gathered for a mass burial following ethnic violence. This somber event also served as
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