President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence in the peace process being led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, in dealing with the Bawku conflict.
The president condemned the renewed violence in Bawku and called for calm.
A violent incident in the area led to the death of one person while four others were left injured in Bawku on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Speaking at the Graduation Parade of the Ghana Military Academy on Friday, April 11, 2025, President Mahama assured Ghanaians that the Armed Forces were dealing with the matter.
He reiterated that the government will support the Otumfuo-led mediation, stating that it is a credible means of bringing peace to the area.
“The Ghana Armed Forces is responding to various threats to maintain peace and security in the country. One of the key flashpoints remains the Bawku area. Just two days ago, a confrontation in the market resulted in the loss of lives and the destruction of property. Let me emphasise—no one benefits from such violence and insecurity,” he said.
“We have activated the Otumfuo-led mediation process, which involves all key stakeholders and aims to chart a clear roadmap to peace. I’ve been assured by the Asantehene that discussions will resume next week upon his return from abroad,” he noted.
“All allegations of criminal activity will be taken seriously. Our security agencies will thoroughly investigate and bring perpetrators to book—regardless of who they are. But let me be clear—we have no interest in political theatrics or distractions,” he added.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
