Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is expected to deliver the final ruling in the long-running Bawku chieftaincy mediation today, Monday, December 1, 2025, at the Manhyia Palace.
The Asantehene was tasked by President John Dramani Mahama to lead efforts toward a lasting resolution to the decades-old conflict.
His role in the process began in April, when he met representatives of both factions between April 28 and 30 to reopen dialogue and set the stage for meaningful engagement.
Although the discussions were briefly suspended, they resumed on May 13, during which the Asantehene noted that the consultations had contributed to a period of relative calm in the area.
For years, the Bawku municipality has endured recurring violence, sporadic attacks and heightened tensions—leading to loss of life, curfews and widespread disruptions to daily activities.
The situation has strained community relations and drawn national concern over the need for a lasting peace settlement.
According to the Manhyia Palace, today’s session marks the culmination of extensive peace-building efforts.
Many residents and observers are hopeful that the anticipated ruling will help end the cycle of violence that has plagued Bawku for years and open a path toward stability, reconciliation and development in the conflict-hit enclave.
Source: adomonline.com
