The Overlord of Mamprugu, Naa Abdulai Mahami Shariga, has called upon Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, to visit Bawku and play a pivotal role in reconciling the longstanding factions embroiled in conflict.
Bawku has grappled with persistent conflicts over the years, adversely affecting economic activities and daily life.
Following Dr. Bawumia’s recent visit to the Nayiri, who endorsed him as the NPP flagbearer, the Nayiri urged the Vice President to extend his efforts towards Bawku.
Specifically, he encouraged Dr. Bawumia to engage with stakeholders, including local chiefs, to facilitate peace and unity.
The Nayiri emphasized the need for Dr. Bawumia to leverage his unifying leadership qualities to bring together feuding factions in the Bawku conflict.
In recognition of Dr. Bawumia’s inclusive leadership, the Nayiri bestowed upon him the Chieftaincy title ‘Bigangna,’ signifying one who does not discriminate.
The Nayiri expressed optimism that Dr. Bawumia, if elected, would be a President for all, emphasizing the importance of unity in addressing Ghana’s challenges. He urged the Vice President to continue fostering unity and to actively mediate disputes as part of his presidential responsibilities.
In response, Dr. Bawumia thanked the Nayiri and elders for their support, pledging to champion unity as a central theme in his leadership. He affirmed his commitment to being a president for all Ghanaians, irrespective of their ethnic or religious backgrounds.
“If elected, in shaa Allah, I will be a president for all; for Fantes, for Ashantis, for Ewes, for Kusasis, for Frafra’s, for Konkombas and all other tribes in Ghana. We are one people,” Dr. Bawumia said.
Accompanied by key political figures, including NPP National Chairman Stephen Ntim, Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, and other ministers, Dr. Bawumia expressed gratitude for the endorsement and vowed to work towards a unified and inclusive Ghana.