The Chairman of Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, Chief Chima Boniface Njoku, has ordered the immediate suspension of all illegal revenue roadblocks in Igbo-Etche.
He gave the directive during a peace meeting between Edegelem and Umuakuru communities at the palace of the Onyeshi Agwuru Asa, King Dr. Samuel Ndiwe Amaechi.
The meeting aimed to resolve disagreements between youths from both communities and promote peaceful coexistence.
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As part of efforts to achieve lasting peace, Njoku directed traditional rulers, youth leaders, Community Development Committee representatives and Chief Security Officers from the affected communities to attend a follow-up meeting at the council secretariat in Okehi on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
The meeting is expected to address outstanding issues and strengthen peace and unity in the area.
The chairman urged community leaders, youths, and other stakeholders to embrace dialogue and cooperate with the council to ensure lasting peace and stability in Etche.
