The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is set to present a comprehensive report on the Bawku peace mediation to President John Dramani Mahama today, December 16, marking a key milestone in efforts to achieve lasting stability in the municipality.
Appointed earlier this year by President Mahama, the Asantehene has been tasked with leading mediation efforts to resolve the long-standing chieftaincy dispute that has historically caused tension and conflict in Bawku.
The mediation process began in April 2025, with Otumfuo conducting separate consultations with leaders and representatives from the rival factions. These initial engagements were aimed at building trust, fostering dialogue, and establishing a foundation for peaceful negotiation.
Although the discussions experienced a temporary pause, they resumed in May 2025 and have since contributed to a period of relative calm in the previously volatile region.
The report to be submitted is expected to detail the progress achieved, identify ongoing challenges, and provide actionable recommendations to guide the government’s next steps toward sustainable peace in Bawku.
In parallel, the Ghana Armed Forces have confirmed that security presence in the area has been strengthened to maintain law and order as mediation efforts continue.
