The National Peace Council has renewed its call for calm in the conflict-stricken town of Bawku, urging all factions involved to lay down their arms and return to the negotiation table.
In an emotional appeal during an interview on Starr Today with Tutuwaa Danso, the Council expressed deep concern over the continued unrest and emphasized that peace remains a real possibility if all sides show restraint.
“Let the smoke of the peace pipe rise, not the smoke of gunfire,” the Council said, echoing its long-standing message that dialogue must prevail over violence.
The Council noted that while the peace process has been challenging, it is still very much in motion. “This has been a matter of concern for the Council for some time now. This process is not a one-day affair, but an ongoing effort we are actively working on. When tensions escalate, our only option is to appeal to the factions to remain calm and return to dialogue,” the statement added.
The Council also appealed to all sides to show deference to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, who is leading efforts to broker lasting peace in the area.
“We are once again appealing to all factions to exercise restraint and show respect to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as he leads the process,” the Council urged.
Reaffirming its commitment to restoring stability in Bawku, the Council concluded with a hopeful message: “We believe the goal of achieving lasting peace is within reach. We therefore urge all parties to cease fire and return to the negotiation table.”
The conflict in Bawku has persisted for years, with periodic flare-ups resulting in casualties and displacements.
