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 commitment to dialogue.
According to the Council, discussions involving stakeholders have been frank and constructive, providing the two communities with an opportunity to share their concerns and aspirations for lasting peace.
The NPC, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of Japan, said the peace process requires patience and sustained commitment from all stakeholders.
The Council cautioned that progress should not be measured solely by how quickly an agreement is reached, stressing that building trust and creating the conditions for lasting peace are equally important.
The Council has also called on the media, commentators and social media users to exercise responsibility in their communication on the Bawku situation.
It urged the public to verify information before sharing it and avoid sensational or inflammatory content, particularly unverified claims, videos and voice notes that could heighten tensions.
The NPC said the emergence of artificial intelligence has made the situation more challenging, as AI-generated audio, videos and images can increasingly be mistaken for authentic material.
It warned that social media must not become another arena for the Bawku conflict.
The National Peace Council further called on traditional and religious leaders, women and young people to continue demonstrating leadership and commitment to peaceful coexistence.
It said lasting peace must be owned and protected by the people themselves.
The Council also expressed appreciation to UNDP and the Government of Japan for their support and called on other development partners to sustain their commitment to the peace process.
It emphasised the need for an inclusive and impartial process while protecting the confidentiality of sensitive engagements.
“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.
It added: “The dialogue must continue. The trust must grow.”
The statement was issued by the Public Relations Unit of the National Peace Council.
Source:Fiilafmonline/3News
