Marsabit leaders have called for peaceful coexistence among the communities residing in the county.
Governor Mohamud Ali challenged the warring tribes to embrace traditional moral values that would foster peace among them.
He asked the parties to shun hostilities that led to the deaths of about 14 people and loss of property in last month's clashes.
Ali made the remarks at a
peace and reconciliation meeting organised by UNDP on Monday in Marsabit.
The governor warned against acts of incitement saying meaningful development can only be realised when there is peace.
He emphasised the need for dialogue when such problems arise further commending
the mediation efforts by the interfaith council.
"It is
regretted that many innocent lives have been lost during the clashes and unknown amount of properties destroyed," he said.
Deputy governor Solomon Gubo called for sincerity among the fighting groups when seeking lasting peace in the county.
He urged elders to think beyond the tribal affiliations adding that insecurity in the county has negatively affected the region's economy.
Saku MP Dido Ali Raso, citing land issues as cause of the conflicts, called for sincere dialogue and truthful negotiations.
He blamed false forecast and irresponsible rumors on the recent clashes. The lawmaker called for an increase in the national police reservists .
On his part, North Horr MP Chachu Ganya called for more interfaith dialogue to promote cohesion and integration.
He called for the support for meditation team to roll out their plans to end tribal clashes.
County commissioner Gilbert Kitiyo put five chiefs in the county on notice saying they risk losing their jobs if found incapable.
UNDP's Asfaw Kumssa
said the cost of preventing conflicts is very small compared with the destruction created by insecurity and violence.
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