THE NWA VIOLENCE AND THE DEBATE OVER MILITIA ACTIVITY: COMPETING NARRATIVES AND A CALL FOR ACCOUNTABILITY
Local leaders increasingly call for practical measures: improved civilian protection, humanitarian access, transparent investigations into attacks, and renewed political dialogue addressing the broader conflict that has destabilized the region for nearly a decade. By Timothy Enongene, Guest Editor-in-ChiefIndependentistnews BAMENDA 17 February 2026 – The violent events reported in Nwa Subdivision on February 13 and 14


CHASING FLIES WHILE THE MEAT ROTS: A RESPONSE TO THE MP FOR NWA
A widely shared proverb reminds us that when a deeper problem exists, treating only the visible symptoms will not resolve the crisis. Lasting peace in Nwa and surrounding communities will likely require confronting the root causes of conflict through inclusive and credible political processes, rather than focusing solely on immediate manifestations of violence. By Timothy