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Bolgatanga Council Urges Reopening of Upper East Courts Amid Bawku Conflict

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The Bolgatanga Traditional Council has called on Ghana’s Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, and the government to reconsider the recent closure of seven courts in the Upper East Region, appealing for alternative solutions that would allow the courts to remain operational.

The courts, closed on 29 October, were shut down due to growing security concerns amid ongoing conflict in Bawku. Chief Justice Torkornoo defended the decision, stating it was necessary to protect court staff and judges amid escalating unrest.

In a statement released on 1 November, the Bolgatanga Traditional Council expressed concern over the impact on access to justice in the region, urging the government and judiciary to enhance security measures instead of closing the courts entirely.

“We appeal to the government and the Chief Justice to reconsider their decision and reopen the courts with reinforced security,” the council said, adding a plea to all parties in the conflict to prioritise peace.

The call for reopening the courts has been echoed by other influential voices in the region, who are urging the feuding factions to put aside their differences for the sake of stability and access to justice.

Source:TheDotNews

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