A Kia Rhino truck traveling from Bawku to Kumasi was ambushed and set ablaze by unidentified gunmen in Walewale on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. The truck, carrying vegetables from Mognori in the Bawku Municipality, was attacked along the Bolgatanga-Tamale highway in the North East Region, a hotspot for escalating ethnic and chieftaincy disputes.

The incident coincided with President John Dramani Mahama’s visit to Bawku and Nalerigu, where he is focused on resolving the region’s long-running chieftaincy conflict. The attack highlights the growing security concerns in the region, where such incidents have become increasingly common.

The attack raises alarms about the safety of travelers and the need for enhanced security measures along key transportation routes. It also underscores the importance of sustainable conflict resolution efforts to address the root causes of violence in the region.

Source:TheDotNews