Bawku Conflict: Mahama Announces Resumption of Otumfuo’s Royal-Led Peace Mediation Next Week
Speaking at a graduation ceremony at the Ghana Military Academy on Friday, April 11, the President said the Asantehene had assured him of his commitment to reconvene stakeholders and continue the peace dialogue upon his return from a brief visit abroad. “We have triggered the Otumfuo mediation process, which saw all stakeholders participate in discussions in Kumasi on a roadmap towards peace. I am assured by the Asantehene that the process will commence next week when he returns from his brief visit abroad,” he announced. He urged all parties to renew their commitment to peace, adding, “I entreat all sides to embrace peace as we dialogue to resolve these age-old disputes.” He recounted the recent violence in Bawku, where an incident in a marketplace just two days ago led to the loss of life and destruction of property. “The flashpoint […]
