Gov’t to Separate Crime from Custom in Bawku – Omane Boamah
Minister says criminals hiding behind tradition will face the law.
- Gov’t vows to separate crime from chieftaincy matters in Bawku
- Armed Forces actively monitoring Bawku and Alavanyo for unrest
- Criminals exploiting tradition will face legal consequences
Minister of Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has assured Ghanaians that the government is committed to maintaining peace in volatile areas like Bawku by clearly separating criminal activities from traditional disputes, especially those involving chieftaincy conflicts.
Delivering a sector update on Monday, July 21, Dr. Boamah emphasized that individuals using custom as a cover for criminal behavior will be dealt with strictly 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 affirmed.
The Minister acknowledged ongoing tensions in Bawku and Alavanyo, but said the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) is fully engaged and monitoring the situation closely. He noted that robust security measures are in place to prevent any escalation and to protect residents.
Dr. Boamah also reiterated the government’s commitment to dialogue as the only path to lasting peace, warning that no one will be allowed to destabilize communities under the guise of tradition.
His statement follows growing concerns over renewed clashes in Bawku, where chieftaincy tensions continue to threaten national security.
