The Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has called for calm and restraint in Bawku following reports that members of the Ghana Armed Forces allegedly destroyed a statue of the Zugran of the Kusaug Traditional Area, Asigri Abugrago Azoka II.
The alleged incident, which has sparked widespread condemnation and tension in the area, prompted a swift response from the minister, who took to Facebook on Monday, July 14, 2025, to announce that investigations have been launched into the matter.
“We are, once again, urging restraint and calm in Bawku regarding the latest developments as of yesterday,” Dr. Boamah stated in his post.
He disclosed that he has ordered a thorough probe into the reported act and assured that decisive action will be taken based on the findings and recommendations of the investigations.
“Once again, let us ensure restraint,” he added, stressing the need for peace and de-escalation as the government works to get to the bottom of the situation.
The development follows condemnation from Mahama Ayariga, Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, who described the alleged destruction of the statue and recent military actions in the area as unacceptable and demanded accountability.
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