The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is set to resume his mediation efforts in the protracted Bawku conflict, with peace talks scheduled to take place from 28 April to 1 May at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.
The announcement comes after President John Mahama reaffirmed his administration’s support for the Asantehene-led process, which forms part of broader national efforts to restore peace to the troubled area in Ghana’s Upper East Region.
A statement released by the Manhyia Palace on 15 April confirmed the dates for the mediation and urged full cooperation from all parties involved.
“His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, will resume mediation of the Bawku crisis as agreed with both parties from 28 April to 1 May 2025, at the Manhyia Palace, Kumasi,” the statement said.
The Palace further appealed to all stakeholders to engage constructively in the dialogue to achieve a lasting resolution.
The Asantehene was appointed by former President Nana Akufo-Addo in 2024 to lead the peace efforts, following years of intermittent violence between rival factions in Bawku.
The latest call for dialogue comes amid renewed tensions in the area, which have resulted in the deaths of at least two police officers and disruptions to essential services, including healthcare.
The upcoming sessions are expected to bring together leaders of the feuding groups, traditional authorities, and other relevant stakeholders.
Source:TheDotNews