Hon. Donatus Akamugri Atanga [ Upper East Regional Minister ] has dismissed various calls for government to declare a state of emergency in Bawku, following a recent resurgence of violence especially on security personnel.
Thjs remarks came after the violent confrontation on thursday April 10, between security personnel and some angrg youth in the Bawku township which resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. The situation further escalated when the private residence of the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, was allegedly set ablaze.
In view of this, some stakeholders and residents have urged the government to declare a state of emergency as a means to restore calm to the Area.
However, The Upper East Regional Minister Hon. Akamugri disagrees had registered his displeasure that the current conditions do not justify such an intervention.“It has been referred to an eminent chief to handle.
He further explained that, It is not it is an every day thing where they are fighting each other. It is an instance that sparks up issues and it is brought under control. It is not an all-war situation. So, why will [we] declare a state of emergency?” he questioned.
