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Northern leaders intervene in Rivers State to quell ethnic tensions after a violent market clash between traders, seeking to prevent communal reprisals.

In a swift move to avert a national crisis, a high-level delegation of Northern leaders has landed in Rivers State. Their mission: to de-escalate simmering ethnic tensions following a violent altercation at a local market that has left communities on edge.
The visit underscores the fragility of inter-ethnic relations in Nigeria’s commercial hubs. The unrest was triggered on Saturday when a dispute between a Northern trader and a counterpart from Benue State spiraled into violence, with allegations of a stabbing inciting anger. The swift intervention by regional elders highlights a desperate need to prevent isolated criminal acts from metastasizing into communal conflict.
The delegation, comprised of seasoned statesmen and community heads, is holding emergency talks with Rivers State officials and market leadership. Their primary objective is to assure the safety of all traders and dispel rumors that could fuel retaliatory attacks. "We cannot allow the actions of two individuals to destroy the bond between our peoples," a spokesman for the group declared.
This clash serves as a grim reminder of the underlying fault lines in Nigeria’s diverse society. The leaders’ ability to calm frayed nerves in Port Harcourt will be a litmus test for the country’s conflict resolution mechanisms.
As the delegation concludes its meetings, the message is clear: peace is profitable, and chaos benefits no one. The traders of Rivers State wait with bated breath, hoping that dialogue will prevail over the dagger.
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