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July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

Bawku: Government to Distinguish Crime from Custom – Defence Minister Omane Boamah

Defence Minister vows legal action against those exploiting tradition to incite violence in conflict zones Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining law and order in conflict-prone areas by clearly separating criminal activity from

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to Engage Kusaug Traditional Council in Renewed Bawku Peace Talks

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is set to meet with the Kusaug Traditional Council today, Monday, June 30, 2025, as part of intensified efforts to bring lasting peace to the conflict-ridden Bawku area. The meeting, announced in a statement from

May 14, 2025May 13, 2025

Bawku Conflict: Mediation Efforts Have Eased Tensions – Otumfuo

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II says recent peace talks in the conflict-ridden Bawku area have resulted in a noticeable reduction in hostilities. The Asantehene, who is spearheading mediation efforts between the Kusasi and Mamprusi factions, held a series of meetings with

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025

IGP Defied Intelligence Warnings to Visit Conflict-Torn Bawku, Tells Otumfuo

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has revealed that he ignored intelligence reports advising him against traveling to Bawku amid heightened violence, saying he could not abandon his officers who were under threat. Speaking to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II on

May 6, 2025May 5, 2025

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Reaffirms Commitment to Peace in Bawku, Pledges End to Conflict

His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to achieving lasting peace in Bawku and its neighboring communities in the Upper East Region, vowing to bring an end to the long-standing chieftaincy dispute that has plagued

April 30, 2025April 30, 2025

Setback in Bawku Peace Talks as Mediation Process Faces Unexpected Delay

The much-anticipated peace talks aimed at resolving the Bawku conflict have been postponed to next week, according to sources at the Manhyia Palace. The talks, spearheaded by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, were initially set to advance on Monday, April

April 19, 2025April 19, 2025

Bawku Violence: Mamprugu Overlord Urges Govt To Take Action

The Overlord of Mamprugu, Na Bohaga Abdulai Mahami Sheriga, has urged the government to take immediate action to end armed violence and protect his people in the Bawku Traditional Area of the Upper East region. The call comes after renewed tensions

April 14, 2025April 14, 2025

Kennedy Agyapong Appeals For Peace Following Bawku Violence

Following renewed violence in Bawku that has resulted in multiple casualties and property damage, former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong has issued a passionate plea for peace and national unity. In a statement released on Sunday, April 13, Agyapong expressed deep

April 11, 2025April 11, 2025

Otumfuo’s Mediation Key to Bawku Peace – President Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has strongly condemned the recent outbreak of violence in Bawku, describing the unrest as deeply troubling and counterproductive to peace efforts. He reaffirmed his support for the mediation process led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II,

April 9, 2025April 9, 2025

Former EPA Boss: State’s Role Crucial For Lasting Peace In Bawku

Dr. John Kingsley Krugu, the former Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has stressed that only the state holds the authority and responsibility to bring lasting peace to the ongoing chieftaincy conflict in Bawku. Dr. Krugu highlighted widespread