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Asantehene resumes Bawku conflict mediation today

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is set to resume mediation efforts between the two factions involved in the ongoing Bawku conflict on Monday, April 28.

This follows assurance by President John Mahama that the peace process led by the Asantehene would continue as part of national efforts to restore calm in the troubled region.

In a statement issued on April 15, the Asantehene confirmed that the mediation sessions will take place from April 28 to May 1 at his palace in Kumasi to resolve the Bawku disturbances.

Security Analyst Colonel Festus Aboagye (Retired) has called for enhanced support of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s mediation efforts in the protracted Bawku conflict by adopting multi-track diplomacy.​

In an opinion piece released on Monday, Colonel Aboagye emphasized the importance of incorporating various societal actors into the peace process.

He suggested the inclusion of diaspora leaders, youth influencers, and women’s peacebuilding networks to foster a more comprehensive and enduring resolution.​

“Support Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s mediation through multi-track diplomacy, incorporating diaspora leaders, youth influencers, and women’s peacebuilding networks,” he proposed.

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