President John Dramani Mahama is facing growing criticism from Kusaug youth over his administration’s handling of the ongoing conflict in Bawku. The young people, who say they backed him with overwhelming support in the last election, feel betrayed by what they see as a failure to deliver on his promise to bring peace to the troubled area.

According to the youth, President Mahama pledged during his campaign to find a lasting resolution to the Bawku conflict, which has plagued the region for years. Believing in his commitment, the Kusaug community reportedly voted massively for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), completely rejecting the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in hopes of seeing meaningful change. However, three months into Mahama’s presidency, the youth claim the situation has only worsened, with violence intensifying and many lives lost.

Speaking at a press conference, the group expressed their disappointment in the President’s silence and inaction regarding the crisis. They reminded Mahama that he had once recognized Naana Asigri Azorka II as the legitimate overlord of Kusaug, a fact they say is widely accepted. The group questioned why, despite this acknowledgment and the electoral support he received, the President has failed to intervene decisively to restore peace.

“Mr President, since you took office, over 18 people have died in this conflict, including women and children,” the youth group said emotionally. They described the situation as dire, accusing Mahama of neglecting the community’s suffering despite their loyalty to his party.

The youth also criticized politicians in general for using the Bawku conflict as a tool to gain votes without any real intention to solve the problem. They expressed frustration over what they called repeated deception, noting that political leaders often promise peace during elections only to abandon their commitments afterward.

“We now realise that politicians have been using the Bawku conflict for their own selfish political advantage. They keep deceiving us with false promises of peace just to win our votes,” the group said.

In a powerful warning, the Kusaug youth hinted at boycotting future elections as a form of protest. They declared that if things do not change, politicians should expect to see empty ballot boxes in 2028, as many of them have grown tired of broken promises and continued bloodshed.

The group’s message was not only a call for action but a plea for genuine leadership. They want President Mahama to live up to his word and actively work toward ending the conflict, restoring stability, and proving that their faith in him was not misplaced.