Majority Leader and Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has called on fellow legislators and public commentators to avoid politicising the ongoing conflict in Bawku, citing the area’s fragile security situation.
Mr. Ayariga emphasized that the Bawku crisis has deep historical roots dating back to 1957, and therefore warned against any attempt by political parties to exploit the conflict for partisan gains. According to him, such actions would only inflame tensions and undermine peace efforts.
His remarks came in response to criticism from former Minister of Defence and NPP Member of Parliament for Bimbilla, Dominic Nitiwul, who accused the current administration of failing to adequately support the military with resources to address the crisis effectively. Mr. Nitiwul made the comments during parliamentary deliberations on the Mid-Year Budget Review.
In particular, Mr. Nitiwul dismissed claims made by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson that the government had supplied 3,500 motorbikes to security agencies, challenging the accuracy of the report.
Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mr. Ayariga urged restraint and sensitivity:
“I have restrained myself from commenting on Bawku… I beg you, don’t politicise Bawku. Let’s be sensitive to the volatile security situation in the area.”
The Bawku Central MP reassured the House and the public that the government is making continuous efforts to restore lasting peace in the conflict-prone region.
His plea comes at a time when tensions in Bawku have escalated further, following a string of violent incidents, including the killing of a Kusasi Chief in Asawase, Kumasi, and the fatal shooting of two students at Nalerigu Senior High School by unidentified gunmen. Both incidents have been linked to the Bawku ethnic conflict, fueling public concern and renewed calls for decisive government intervention.
Source: Wesleyannews.com
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