Tension erupted in Demsa Local Government Area of Adamawa on Tuesday following violent clashes between youths from Bille and Dong districts over a lingering land dispute.
The altercation, which broke out at about 5:30 p.m., quickly escalated into a fierce fight, leaving several persons injured, according to community sources.
Elders from both communities have intervened and are scheduled to hold a joint meeting on Wednesday aimed at resolving the dispute and preventing a recurrence.
At the time of filing this report, peace had been restored, though the situation remains tense, with residents expressing fear of possible reprisal attacks if the conflict is not resolved amicably.
