Bawku conflict: I applaud your support for Otumfuo – Prez Mahama tells Naa Yiri
The Overlord of Mamprugu, Naa Yiri, has received praise from President John Dramani Mahama for his crucial assistance to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in the continuous attempts to establish enduring peace in the tumultuous Bawku region.
Speaking at the Jubilee House during a visit by a powerful Nayiri group, President Mahama said that he had previously spoken with the Asantehene. He said that Naa Yiri’s assistance and leadership were essential to advance a traditional resolution to the long-running issue.
“I was with His Royal Majesty Nana Osei Tutu II two days ago, and he briefed me on the cooperation you have given him in finding a final traditional solution to the conflict,” Mahama said. “I commend you for the concessions you have been willing to make in order to seek lasting peace in Bawku.”
“I cannot speak of peace and development in the North without touching on the situation in Bawku,” he said.
“The protracted conflict in Bawku continues to pose a grave challenge to our national peace and regional harmony. Bawku, which has always been the booming and prosperous commercial center, is now a pale shadow of itself. Nobody is happy about this situation. Youth move around on motorcycles with suffocated assault rifles and fire indiscriminately.”
“The conflict has affected everyone Mamprusi, Kusasi, Moeshies, Hausas, and all other ethnic groups living in the area. Many professionals have fled the area and public service workers are refusing postings to Bawku,” He added.
All parties to the mediation process were urged by President Mahama to move quickly.
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