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The Presidential Candidate of the All People\u2019s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga, has raised serious concerns about the ongoing conflict in Bawku.<\/p>\n
Speaking at the launch of the National Peace Campaign, on Saturday, November 3, Ayariga urged the government to take swift action to address the escalating Bawku conflict, which has resulted in 21 deaths, emphasizing the need for peace to ensure a smooth 2024 election.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday, I can\u2019t sleep because Bawku is at war. As I speak to you now, gunshots are everywhere. Peace is expensive but war is more expensive. Burkina Faso is at war, we can\u2019t go there, Togo is not as peaceful as we think. The neighbouring country is the sea, we can\u2019t swim. I want the government to sit up, the problem in Bawku is escalating.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe government needs to come out clearly. Bawku\u2019s problem is not for the people of Bawku alone, it is for the whole country, the earlier we solve the problem of Bawku, the better for us. I\u2019m pleading with you all, the media, the clergy, and everyone, to play your important role in advocating for peace to solve the Bawku problem,\u201d Hassan Ayariga said.<\/p>\n
He lamented that one of his bodyguards fell victim to the Bawku clashes.<\/p>\n
The ongoing clashes have forced schools and major businesses to close, posing a significant threat to lives and livelihoods.<\/p>\n
The situation escalated following the return of a rival chief, Alhaji Seidu Abagre, who had been in exile. Recent ambushes targeting travellers have also contributed to the surge in violent clashes.<\/p>\n
To restore peace in the area, a 6:00 am to 6:00 pm curfew has been imposed, and enforced by security agencies.<\/p>\n
\nBawku conflict: One more person killed; death toll now 21<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n