Ghana’s Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, recently paid a visit to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, to discuss the ongoing efforts to bring peace to the troubled region of Bawku. During their meeting, Dr Boamah praised Otumfuo for his crucial role in using traditional methods to help resolve the conflict in Bawku.
According to Dr Boamah, Otumfuo has been at the forefront of the peace process, utilizing his traditional leadership to find solutions to the dispute. He emphasized the importance of chieftaincy in conflict resolution and acknowledged Otumfuo’s efforts in leading the way in this regard.
In addition to Otumfuo’s traditional approach, Dr Boamah assured that the government is committed to supporting his efforts with security interventions to ensure long-lasting peace in Bawku. This two-pronged approach aims to address both the underlying traditional tensions and the immediate security concerns in the region.
Dr Boamah expressed confidence in the collaboration between government authorities and traditional leaders, believing that it will lead to a meaningful resolution of the conflict in Bawku. He also reiterated President John Dramani Mahama’s dedication to working closely with Otumfuo and other key stakeholders to achieve lasting stability in the region.
It is clear that both traditional and governmental efforts are necessary to bring peace to Bawku, and the cooperation between these two entities is crucial for success. By combining traditional wisdom with modern security measures, there is hope for a peaceful and sustainable resolution to the conflict in Bawku.
