Some of the displaced persons of Gbiniyiri
At least 13 more people have been killed in renewed clashes at Gbiniyiri over a land dispute in the Savannah Region, bringing the official death toll to 31.
The violence, which erupted on August 24, has since spread to about 12 communities in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District, forcing nearly 48,000 residents to flee their homes.
According to graphiconline.com report on September 3, 2025, more than 14,000 victims have crossed into neighbouring Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire for safety.
Thousands are currently being sheltered in makeshift camps at Sawla, where the Ghana Red Cross and NADMO are providing emergency support.
Hundreds displaced as women and children flee homes amid violent clashes in Gbiniyiri
Some residents, however, claim that the actual number of fatalities could be far higher, with reports suggesting that over 200 people may have died since the clashes began.
An earlier report indicates that several displaced persons drowned while attempting to cross the Black Volta River into Côte d’Ivoire.
The Savannah Regional Minister, Salisu Bi-Awuribe, said security in the area had been reinforced to contain the situation.
He also added that the Regional Security Council (REGSEC) was engaging the Yagbonwura and other traditional leaders to find a lasting resolution to the dispute.
Displaced persons at the Sawla camp have meanwhile decried dire humanitarian conditions.
“We left everything behind when the fighting started. Now we have nothing to feed our children,” said Alhassan Osman, one of the displaced persons.
Another victim, Agnes Dawuda, appealed to government, humanitarian agencies, and benevolent organisations to intervene, noting that displaced families were being fed only once a day.
Authorities have pledged continued engagement with traditional leaders and security agencies to restore peace in the affected communities.
Northern Command reveals cause of Gbiniyiri violence
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