Interior Minister-designate Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has committed to working towards restoring peace in Bawku, located in the Upper East region, where a longstanding chieftaincy dispute has destabilized the area.
Muntaka expressed his readiness to collaborate with Ahmed Ibrahim, the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, in addressing the root causes of the conflict, which has hindered the region’s development.
“We need to work together to resolve these issues. With dedication and cooperation, I am confident that we can bring lasting peace to Bawku,” he stated.
Speaking during his vetting on Friday, the Asawase MP also emphasized his commitment to working alongside the National and Regional Houses of Chiefs.
“I am eager to support the president in fulfilling his promise to the people of Bawku by doing everything possible to ensure peace is restored—not only in Bawku but in all other regions facing similar challenges,” he said.
Muntaka further suggested that formal documentation of the line of succession could eliminate doubts and help resolve conflicts more effectively.
He also highlighted the importance of initiating a national dialogue on the future of chieftaincy.
“It’s time for us to approach this matter with an open mind and organize a conference on the future of our chieftaincy system. By working together, we can develop solutions that bring peace to Bawku and other areas grappling with similar issues,” he added.
On January 14, President John Mahama met privately with the King of Mamprugu, Naa Bohaga Abdulai Mahami Sheriga II, in Nalerigu. During the meeting, President Mahama underscored the need for peace and informed the king of his plans to invite him to Accra for further talks on restoring law and order.
Before visiting Nalerigu, the former president had travelled to Bawku, where he held similar discussions with local traditional leaders. These visits came in response to increasing violence along key roads in the region.
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