The Minister of Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has assured the public that the government will continue to uphold law and order in conflict-prone areas, especially where chieftaincy disputes are rife.
He emphasised the need to clearly distinguish between criminal acts and traditional matters to maintain peace and justice.
Speaking during the Government Accountability Series on Monday, July 21, Dr Boamah stressed that this approach is crucial to ensuring that individuals who exploit traditional tensions to commit crimes are held accountable under the law. "We shall always separate crimes from traditional matters, enabling us to deal appropriately and legally with criminals who foment trouble in the name of chieftaincy conflict," he stated.
Dr Boamah acknowledged the persistent instability in parts of the country, particularly in Bawku and Alavanyo, but gave the assurance that the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) remains vigilant and fully engaged in monitoring these areas. "We acknowledge that the situation in Bawku and Alavanyo and their immediate surroundings remains volatile.
