Mahama Calls for Restraint in Bawku, Reaffirms Plans to Trigger Otumfuo Mediation Process
Accra, Ghana - 11 April, 2025 - Ghana's President, John Dramani Mahama, has spoken out against the latest violence to hit Bawku, a town in the country's Upper East Region. Clashes broke out on Thursday, April 10, leaving several people dead and injured, as well as causing significant property damage, including the destruction of Member of Parliament Mahama Ayariga's home.
Speaking at a graduation ceremony for the Ghana Military Academy on Friday, April 11, President Mahama emphasized his government's commitment to restoring peace to the troubled area.
He expressed confidence that a mediation process led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, would help to bring stability to Bawku.
“The Ghana Armed Forces is engaged in several threats to maintain peace and security in our nation. One major flash point is the Bawku area. Only two days ago, a situation that took place in the market triggered an unfortunate loss of life and criminal vandalism of property. I wish to emphasise that nobody gains from this conflict and insecurities,” he said.
The mediation process, which involves all key stakeholders, is set to resume next week, following the Asantehene's brief trip abroad. President Mahama assured that his administration would take all allegations of criminality seriously, promising thorough investigations and action against those responsible.
“We have triggered the Otumfuo mediation process, which has all the stakeholders to ensure a roadmap towards peace. I am assured by the Asantehene that the process will resume next week when he returns from his brief visit abroad,” he stated.
“We will take all allegations of crime seriously and trigger our security service investigation machinery to go after criminals, no matter who they are. But let me state emphatically also that we do not have the resources and time to engage in any game of smoke and mirrors,” he added.
Source: Lead News Online
