Enough Is Enough: Kue Youth Lead Protest to Chief Over Tribal Unrest

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In response to escalating tribal tensions in Nkwanta South Municipal, Oti Region, the youth of Kue took a stand. On [insert date], they organized a peaceful demonstration, marching to the palace of the Chief of Kue to formally present their grievances and demand action regarding the ongoing tribal conflict.

The conflict—centered around the Chala, Akyode, and Adele tribes—has claimed innocent lives and severely disrupted daily life across the region.

A Unified Gathering for Peace

At the Chief’s palace, several key leaders gathered alongside the youth, signaling a unified front. Present were:

The Chief of Kue and his elders
The Chief of Konkomba
The Chief of Ayibe (Ewe tribe)
The Spokesperson of the Bassare people
The Spokesperson of the Kabre people
The Spokesperson of the Chokosi people

During the gathering, the youth shared their frustrations and fears about how the conflict affects their safety, livelihoods, and access to basic services. They made it clear:

“Tem Kotokoli is not part of the conflict, but we have been heavily affected. Our people—Tem Kotokoli, Kabre, Konkomba, Chokosi, Bassare, and Ewe—have all suffered losses despite not being involved in the tribal disputes.”

Key Demands from the Youth

The youth presented a list of critical demands for both the Chief of Kue and higher authorities:

Immediate and bold intervention from security agencies
A peaceful and lasting resolution to the tribal conflict
Protection for Kue residents and travelers
Accountability for those responsible for the violence

They called on the Chief to forward their message to key leaders, including:

The Paramount Chief of Akyode, Nana Obombo
Traditional Councils
Security Forces
Government Agencies

A Pledge from the Chief of Kue

In response, the Chief of Kue assured the youth that their message would not go unheard. He pledged to communicate their concerns to the relevant authorities and urged all community leaders present to collaborate in seeking peace and stability.

“We must stand together as one people. Peace must prevail, and innocent lives must be protected,” the Chief emphasized.

A Call for Unity and Action

As the demonstration concluded, the message from Kue was unmistakable: enough is enough. The youth, traditional leaders, and tribal representatives stood united in demanding peace and protection for all residents affected by the conflict.