Three individuals, including a schoolgirl, lost their lives on Friday, November 29, 2024, as i Bawku conflict escalates, pushing the death toll in the ongoing conflict to 32.
The latest wave of violence, marked by intense gunfire and arson, erupted around midnight and continued through the afternoon. The Gingande-Zongo area bore the brunt of the attacks, with homes set ablaze and several people injured. Some of the injured are reported to be in critical condition, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
This attack follows a fatal shooting just two days earlier, highlighting the worsening security in the region. Violence has been rampant in Bawku since late October 2024, often flaring during curfew hours, complicating efforts by authorities to maintain order.
The resurgence of hostilities has been linked to the return of Alhaji Seidu Abagre, a rival chief, from exile. Sources suggest his reappearance has inflamed long-standing tensions, including ethnic and chieftaincy disputes, leading to a precarious and volatile situation.
Local authorities and security forces continue to grapple with the escalating violence, leaving residents fearful and uncertain about the future. Efforts to restore calm in the troubled region remain ongoing, but the situation grows increasingly dire with each passing day.