Bawku Conflict Archives - Ghana News Express

Authorities have temporarily shut down Bawku Senior High School following the tragic death of a student, Hakimu Kundima, who was allegedly dragged from his dormitory and killed by unknown assailants. The Municipal Education Directorate made the decision to close the school in order to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. Announcing the development, the Municipal Director of Education, Mr. Isaac Agbeko Azasoo, said, “We have decided to give the school a temporary break so that students can return home to their families. The school will remain closed for the time being, and management will communicate further details in due course.” Mr. Azasoo expressed particular concern for the final-year students, who are just a week away from starting their final exams. “Once calm i...

The Government of Ghana has officially transitioned from a peacekeeping to a peace enforcement approach in Bawku and surrounding communities following a disturbing surge in violence related to the protracted chieftaincy conflict. According to a statement released by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Member of Parliament and Spokesperson to the President, the decision to intensify military operations comes as recent killings threaten to derail significant progress made through mediation efforts. The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have now been fully deployed to maintain law and order in Bawku and other affected towns, with stricter curfews and security measures being enforced to ensure public safety. The government assures all residents that the military is under firm instructions to take every necessary...

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Bawku SHS Temporarily Closed Following Death of Student

Government Deploys Military for Peace Enforcement in Bawku Amid Escalating Chieftaincy Conflict