Catholic Bishop urges gov’t action to restore peace in Bawku
The Catholic Bishop of the Navrongo-Bolgatanga Diocese, Most Reverend Alfred Agyenta, has called on the government to take decisive and comprehensive measures to restore peace in the conflict-affected areas of the Upper East and North East Regions, following the protracted chieftaincy dispute in Bawku.
He emphasised the need to create a conducive environment for teaching and learning in schools across the affected communities.
In a statement signed by the Bishop, he lamented that the conflict has persisted for far too long, causing untold suffering for residents and commuters. He stressed that the government, as a key stakeholder, must take a leading role in bringing lasting peace to Bawku and other troubled areas.
Bishop Agyenta further urged security personnel deployed to the region to exhibit the highest level of professionalism in the discharge of their duties to ensure law and order is maintained.
