Tension is escalating in Tuobodom, located in the Techiman North municipality of the Bono East Region, due to a chieftaincy dispute between two rival chiefs.

A dozen people are feared dead in the alleged ongoing conflict, which has severely disrupted life in and around Tuobodom.

The conflict has taken a tragic turn, resulting in the death of a passing truck driver amid a flurry of gunshots fired in the township.

The violent confrontation has forced many residents to flee the town in search of safety, leaving Tuobodom in a state of heightened fear and instability.

The chieftaincy dispute, which has been simmering for some time, has now reached a critical point, impacting not only the immediate parties involved but also innocent bystanders and the broader community.

The security services are working to restore order and ensure the safety of residents, but the situation remains volatile.