A delegation of Christian chiefs from Northern Ghana today paid a courtesy call on the Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, congratulating him on his appointment and discussing key issues affecting the region, particularly the ongoing conflict in Bawku.
The chiefs commended the government’s efforts in addressing the crisis and highlighted their own contributions to peace-building through prayers and mediation. They emphasized the importance of divine intervention in resolving the protracted conflict, stressing that sustained spiritual efforts were crucial for lasting peace.
In his response, Hon. Akamugri expressed gratitude for the chiefs’ support and acknowledged their vital role in governance and conflict resolution. He reiterated the government’s commitment to a multipronged approach in resolving the Bawku crisis, citing initiatives such as the Otumfuo-led mediation and the deployment of security personnel to maintain stability.
The Minister also welcomed the chiefs’ spiritual interventions, noting that religious leaders were respected by all factions involved in the conflict. He recalled a recent visit by pastors from Bawku who had offered prayers for peace, underscoring the government’s openness to both strategic and faith-based solutions.
The government is not against divine intervention in this matter, Hon. Akamugri stated. “Religious leaders are a powerful force for peace, and their prayers and counsel are invaluable.”
The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to continued collaboration between traditional leaders, the government, and faith-based groups to restore lasting peace in Bawku and the broader Upper East Region.
