Bawku Central Member of Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has strongly condemned the alleged military brutalities against civilians in Bawku on the night of Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
The reported attacks followed the killing of a military officer by an unknown gunman. According to Ayariga, women, children, and the elderly were subjected to violence, an act he described as unacceptable.
“I regret the accidental killing of a military personnel and I condemn that dastardly act,” Ayariga stated. “However, ransacking homes, beating innocent civilians, and holding the entire town to ransom cannot be justified.”
He vowed to hold the military accountable for their conduct and urged military leadership and local authorities to focus on investigating the soldier’s death rather than resorting to what he termed indiscriminate aggression.
Ayariga also expressed disappointment that his previous calls for restraint were ignored.
He extended condolences to the bereaved soldier’s family while urging all parties to trust the Asantehene-led peace mediation process.
The MP reaffirmed his commitment to advocating for peace and justice for all victims, insisting that the rule of law must prevail.