The mediation committee led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, tasked with resolving the longstanding Bawku conflict, has concluded its work and submitted its report to President John Dramani Mahama.
The committee affirmed that Naba Asigri Abugrago Azorka II is the constitutionally recognised and legitimate Paramount Chief of the Kusasi Traditional Areas and Bawku in the Upper East Region.
It further recommended the arrest of individuals presenting themselves as rival traditional rulers, stressing that such actions are necessary to uphold the authority and legitimacy of the recognised chief.
The mediation committee was established by the previous government under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to help halt persistent violence, insecurity, and destruction of property in the Bawku area.
Speaking on the process, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II said both parties had agreed to and committed themselves to the peace process. He added that the successful implementation of the committee’s recommendations now rests with the President.
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