ACCRA – President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday emphasized the critical importance of resolving the protracted conflict in Bawku. During a courtesy call from a delegation of Mamprugu Chiefs, President Mahama lamented that Bawku, once a vibrant commercial hub, has been reduced to a “pale shadow of its former self” due to the conflict. He highlighted the distress caused by the presence of armed youth and the exodus of professionals, underscoring the immense toll on the area and national peace.
President Mahama stated that “nobody is happy about this situation” and called for urgent and collective resolve to address it. He commended the mediation efforts led by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, noting productive discussions and appreciating Naa-Yiri Naa Bohagu Abdulai Mahami Sheriga’s vital cooperation and the concessions both sides are willing to make for lasting peace.
The President affirmed the government’s full commitment to ensuring safety and fostering dialogue, urging all stakeholders to expedite the essential mediation process. He stressed that peace in Bawku is not merely a local issue but a matter of national importance.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
