Has Peace Returned to Nampula Province After Naparama Militia Surrenders?
Nampula province’s Mutuali administrative post has been at the center of unrest since December, when Naparama militia drove out local officials, leaving the area outside government control. Operating across central and northern Mozambique, the group has posed a significant threat to law and order.
A Surprising Turn of Events
Following a recent Naparama attack on security forces, provincial governor Eduardo Abdula announced that 63 militia members have surrendered. In an unexpected move, the government is offering them job training instead of punitive measures.
This conciliatory approach aligns with Abdula’s reputation as “Uncle Salimo,” known for his strategy of winning over communities. Sources close to the governor reveal he regrets not intervening earlier to prevent the violent clashes between security forces and Naparama members.