Thirty victims of the Gbinyire conflict, including children as young as four months old, have arrived in Kyebi in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region.
The displaced persons, traumatized by the violence, are currently being sheltered in an uncompleted building.
The victims—14 men, 16 women, half of whom are children—escaped through the bush from the Savannah Region before being escorted by police to Kumasi, and later continuing their journey to Kyebi.
One of the displaced, Prince Appeh, made the journey with his wife and their four-month-old baby.
Their relative, Afua Samui Tabi, helped facilitate their refuge in Kyebi.
According to their landlady, the arrival was marked by tears, as many of the children appeared visibly traumatized.
Meanwhile, relief items including food and clothing, were presented by NADMO with support from the Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Kingsley Agyemang.
The NADMO Director warned the victims against engaging in illegal mining.
The Gbinyire conflict has displaced thousands. Latest figures show over 14,000 residents have crossed into Ivory Coast, while at least 31 lives have been lost since the clashes between the Gonjas and Birifors began.
Story by: Kojo Ansah
