Minister of Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has assured Ghanaians that the government will continue to uphold law and order in conflict-prone areas by distinguishing criminal acts from traditional matters.
Addressing journalists at the Government Accountability Series, he stated that the move will ensure peace and also help deal with those who exploit traditional tensions to commit crimes through legal means.
According to him, the ongoing instability in parts of the country, particularly in Bawku and Alavanyo, was troubling but he assured that the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) remains vigilant and fully engaged.
“We shall always separate crimes from traditional matters, enabling us to deal appropriately and legally with criminals who foment trouble in the name of chieftaincy conflict,” the Minister stated.
“We acknowledge that the situation in Bawku and Alavanyo and their immediate surroundings remains volatile. The Ghana Armed Forces is actively monitoring and has put in place robust mechanisms to ensure any potential escalation is swiftly contained in the interest of the people and long-lasting resolution of the conflict through dialogue,” he said.
He stressed that the government will continue to use dialogue as the path to lasting peace.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
