The Kusaug Traditional Council has advised the residents of Bawku Municipality to remain calm as relevant authorities take steps to address the prevailing illegalities. This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary of the Kusaug Traditional Council, Wan-Naba, Naba Thomas Abila.
“We call on all residents of the Bawku Municipality to resist the urge to be drawn into confrontations likely to culminate in a degeneration of the security situation in the area,” the statement said.
The Kusaug Traditional Council emphasised that Naba Asigri Abugrago Azoka Il remains the only recognised and duly gazetted Chief of Bawku.
Below is the full statement;
The Kusaug Traditional Council observes with concern, recent developments in Nalerigu, particularly the purported enskinment of a Bawku Chief and the implications of same for ongoing peace-building efforts by the traditional council, government and the international community in the area.
It is regrettable, the needless loss of lives that has characterised the conflict and attempts by some persons to exploit it for their vested interests.
Undoubtedly, Naba Asigri Abugrago Azoka II remains the only recognised and duly gazetted Chief of Bawku.
We, therefore, call on all residents of the Bawku Municipality to resist the urge to be drawn into confrontations likely to culminate in a degeneration of the security situation in the area.
The Kusaug Traditional Council commends personnel of the respective State security agencies for their support in pre-empting security breaches in the area. We urge our people, especially youth groups, to remain calm as the relevant authorities take steps to address the prevailing illegality.
Meanwhile, the Council expresses its appreciation to government for its intervention on the issue and assurances given that any development likely to undermine the peace and security of the area would be dealt with in accordance with the laws of the State.
We remain peace-loving people and would continue to support ongoing efforts to restore lasting peace in our Municipality.
