The National Peace Council (NPC) says ongoing engagements between the Kusasi and Mamprusi communities as part of efforts to resolve the Bawku conflict are yielding encouraging signs of commitment to dialogue.
According to the Council, the discussions, being supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of Japan, have been frank and constructive, providing stakeholders with an opportunity to express their concerns and aspirations for lasting peace.
In a statement issued on Thursday, August 27, 2026, the NPC commended participants for their patience and commitment to resolving the conflict through peaceful means.
The Council stressed that progress in the peace process should not be measured solely by how quickly an agreement is reached, noting that building trust and creating the right conditions for sustainable peace are equally important.
The National Peace Council has also urged the media, commentators and social media users to exercise responsibility when reporting or discussing the Bawku conflict.
It cautioned against the circulation of sensational or inflammatory content, including unverified claims, videos and voice notes that could heighten tensions between the communities.
The Council further highlighted the growing challenge posed by artificial intelligence, warning that AI-generated audio, videos and images can easily be mistaken for authentic content.
It therefore called on social media users to ensure that their platforms do not become another arena for the Bawku conflict.
The NPC also encouraged traditional and religious leaders, women and young people to continue playing active roles in promoting peaceful coexistence, stressing that lasting peace must be owned, protected and sustained by the communities themselves.
The Council expressed appreciation to the UNDP and the Government of Japan for their support and called on other development partners to continue supporting an inclusive and impartial peace process while respecting the confidentiality of sensitive engagements.
The National Peace Council concluded that peace in Bawku cannot be achieved through the efforts of one institution, community or intervention, but requires collective commitment.
“Peace in Bawku cannot be built by one institution, one community or one intervention; it must be built, sustained and owned together,” the Council said, adding that “the dialogue must continue” and trust must grow.
By: Bernard Mensah
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