Former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, has reacted to the renewed crisis in Bawku, calling for calm and unity in the area.
A statement issued by the lawmaker on Sunday, April 13, 2025, appealed to the youth to remain calm.
One person died on April 10, 2025, with five others sustaining injuries in a violent clash between police and some youth in the Bawku enclave.
In his statement, Kennedy Agyapong stated that no grievance should lead to the death of people or the destruction of property in the communities.
“I have followed with deep concern the recent escalation of tensions in Bawku and surrounding communities. The recurring violent outbreaks and reprisals rooted in longstanding tribal conflicts continue to cause pain and instability among our people.
“At this critical moment, I call for calm—especially from the youth. No grievance, however deeply felt, justifies the loss of life or the destruction of our communities. Our peaceful coexistence is the foundation of the prosperity and development we seek, without which we cannot build the Ghana we all desire,” he stated.
“When there is peace in Bawku, there is peace in Ghana. No part of this country can prosper while another is in pain. Ghana must move forward together,” Mr. Agyapong added.
He commended President John Dramani for initiating a mediation process under the leadership of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
”I commend President Mahama for triggering the mediation process led by His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, which was initially set up by H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. This is a welcome sign of statesmanship and national unity, one that places Ghana above partisanship.”
Below is the statement by Kennedy Agyapong
I have followed with deep concern the recent escalation of tensions in Bawku and surrounding communities. The recurring violent outbreaks and reprisals rooted in longstanding tribal conflicts, continue to cause pain and instability among our people.
At this critical moment, I call for calm—especially from the youth. No grievance, however deeply felt, justifies the loss of life or the destruction of our communities. Our peaceful coexistence is the foundation of the prosperity and development we seek, without which we cannot build the Ghana we all desire.
I commend President Mahama for triggering the mediation process led by His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, which was initially set up by H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. This is a welcome sign of statesmanship and national unity, one that places Ghana above partisanship.
I urge all parties to offer the Otumfuo-led committee the necessary support to effectively execute its mandate. It needs stating that when there is peace in Bawku, there is peace in Ghana. No part of this country can prosper while another is in pain. Ghana must move forward together.
Let us all, leaders and citizens alike, play our part in ensuring that lasting peace is restored.
Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
