Kusaug Chiefs Grateful To IGP For Visiting Bawku

The Overlord of the Kusaug Traditional Area, Zug-Raan Naba Asigri Abugrago Azoka II, has commended the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, for his recent visit to Bawku.

He is, however, pleading with the Chief Constable to instruct the Divisional Police Command to redeploy personnel to the town to restore law and order.

He reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to achieving lasting peace and unity in Bawku and expressed readiness to collaborate with security agencies and other stakeholders to maintain peace and stability.

Bawku has recently been plagued by sporadic violence, resulting in loss of lives and destruction of property.

With the unrest raising broader national security concerns, the Kusaug Traditional Council welcomed the IGP’s recent visit, describing it as a strong indication of the police administration’s commitment to transparency and justice.

In a statement dated April 14, 2025 and signed by the Secretary to the Overlord, David Adoilbs, the Council commended the IGP’s resolve to investigate the latest incident, which claimed one life and left several injured.

The Council noted that this approach aligns with its core values of safeguarding community identity and promoting development through peace.

The statement also emphasied Zug-Raan Azoka II’s long-standing role as a peace advocate in Bawku.

The Council reiterated his consistent appeals for unity and dialogue and urged the youth to remain calm, shun violence, and place trust in the judicial process.

“We believe that dialogue and cooperation are essential in resolving conflict and achieving lasting peace,” the statement read. “Let us work together through peaceful advocacy and meaningful dialogue to ensure justice and accountability.”

Highlighting the need for a collective effort, the Council called on all parties to prioritize peace and unity. It also commended the IGP’s engagement with local leadership, describing it as a step in the right direction.

“By working together and engaging in constructive discussions, we can effectively resolve the conflict and bring lasting stability to Kusaug,” the statement concluded.

Bawku has long experienced periodic ethnic and chieftaincy-related tensions, prompting continuous appeals from traditional leaders and the state for dialogue and restraint.

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