Security Expert Lauds Mahama’s Swift Peace-Building Visit to Bawku Just Seven Days After Swearing-In
President Mahama’s commitment to resolving Bawku’s long-standing conflict receives praise for timely intervention
- President Mahama’s visit to Bawku is a strong step towards restoring peace in the conflict-affected region
- The Bawku conflict, which dates back to 1959, has caused significant loss of life, destruction, and disrupted the area’s economy
- Security Expert Mr. David Agbey commended the President for taking action just seven days into his presidency
In a remarkable show of leadership, President John Dramani Mahama made a peace-building visit to the conflict-ridden town of Bawku on Tuesday, January 14th, only seven days after taking office.
This visit marks a significant step in his administration’s commitment to restoring peace and stability in the region.
Addressing the residents, President Mahama reiterated his government’s unwavering dedication to resolving the long-standing conflict in Bawku, emphasizing that peace remains a top priority for his administration.
Security and Governance Expert Mr. David Agbey praised the President for taking action so swiftly, noting that the Bawku visit was the largest event held by the President since his inauguration.
“So far, so good. This is the largest event the President has held since he was sworn into office.”
Speaking on Lawson TV/Radio’s Ghana Se Sen with Kwame Tanko, Mr. Agbey reflected on the history of the Bawku conflict, which has plagued the region for decades, dating back to 1959 after Ghana’s independence.
He pointed out that despite various efforts, including attempts by Kwame Nkrumah to resolve the conflict with multiple committees, Bawku has suffered tremendous losses—many lives lost, properties destroyed, and the town’s once-vibrant business activities brought to a halt.
Mr. Agbey further highlighted the impact of the Bawku conflict on the 2024 elections, where the region’s unrest led to drastically reduced votes for political parties, including a complete loss for the New Patriotic Party’s candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, at several polling stations.
He called for restraint from the indigenous communities, urging them to refrain from actions or statements that could reignite tensions and hinder the path to peace.
