The National Peace Council has strongly condemned recent violent incidents in Bawku and Asawase, labeling them as barbaric, criminal, and a serious violation of human rights. The Council is calling on all factions in the Bawku conflict to immediately halt hostilities and commit to peaceful engagement.
Speaking to Adom News, the Council’s Senior Public Relations Manager, Kwesi Yirenkyi Boateng, expressed deep concern over the murder of two students from Nalerigu Senior High School, believed to be linked to the Bawku conflict.
The victims, identified only as Lukman and Gideon, were reportedly shot dead in their dormitory after armed assailants stormed the school—an attack that has left the school community and the entire North East Region in mourning.
Mr. Boateng also condemned a separate violent incident in Asawase, describing it as equally disturbing and unacceptable.
“The killings of innocent students and the Asawase incident are not only criminal but also a stain on our national conscience. These actions are inhumane and must be condemned by all,” he said.
He extended the Council’s condolences to the bereaved families and urged security agencies to speed up investigations and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Boateng emphasized that the violence in Bawku and nearby areas must be met with firm national condemnation, and those responsible should be prosecuted under the full extent of the law.
“This is not merely conflict — it is criminal conduct. Justice must be served swiftly,” he added.
To support lasting peace, the Council is encouraging parties involved in the Bawku conflict to utilize the Otumfuo Mediation Committee and to revive the inter-ethnic peace committee as part of broader reconciliation efforts.
Mr. Boateng called on all stakeholders to adopt non-violent approaches to peacebuilding.
“We urge all sides to pursue tolerance, respect, and dialogue. Violence cannot resolve these issues,” he concluded.
