Otumfuo’s mediation in Bawku conflict postponed amid chieftaincy complexities

Efforts by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to mediate the Bawku conflict have been postponed. Sources at the Manhyia Palace cite complexities in the chieftaincy dispute as the reason.

The mediation sessions were set to start on Monday, April 28. They aimed to address the ongoing violence in Bawku. However, these important meetings have been delayed until next week.

The new dates are still unconfirmed by the Manhyia Palace. Sources say consultations are ongoing for future dialogue arrangements.

Otumfuo’s intervention has received support from traditional leaders and civil society. Many view him as a neutral force in this long-standing conflict.

The mediation was planned from April 28 to May 1. It is part of broader efforts for sustainable peace in Bawku.

The chieftaincy dispute is central to the Bawku conflict. Multiple factions claim legitimacy over traditional leadership in the area.

Despite this setback, stakeholders remain hopeful. They believe Otumfuo’s leadership can help bridge divides and promote lasting peace in Ghana's volatile regions.