Some details are emerging about the final sections of the mediation into the Bawku chieftaincy by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, which was held at the Manhyia Palace on Monday, December 1, 2025.
After the end of the day’s event, members of the two factions in the conflict — the Kusasis and the Mamprusis — took to the streets of Kumasi, jubilating, suggesting that the “ruling” of the Asantehene was in their favour.
However, details of the sitting indicate that Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is yet to make any pronouncement on the matter.
Lawyer Maxwell Agbambila, one of the lawyers of the Kusasi team, which took part in the mediation, indicated that the Asantehene received all the demands of the two factions, which were addressed.
“Today's engagement, in our view, was very productive. We know that this is a tussle between Kusasis and Mamprusis. His Majesty the Asantehene has been trying to engage both sides and to listen to us — what our concerns are and what our demands are. I think that when he engaged the other side, they made certain demands of us through the Asantehene.
“So we came today, His Majesty put those issues before us. We quickly resolved them there. So His Majesty gave us assurance that he was going to take our responses back to the Mamprusi side, and then he would come back to us. But from all indications, it appears that the end is near,” he said.
Another member of the mediation team of the Kusasis also indicated that the Asantehene is now going to present his report to President John Dramani Mahama.
The Chief Mediator: What the Asantehene's mediation role in Bawku conflict is expected to achieve
“At the end of the day, Otumfuo listened to both sides and advised that he was being directed by His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, to do the mediation process. And so it is his duty again to sit with the President and present an official report, stating his view about what transpired.
“He has advised us to remain calm, more especially to send a message that our youth should remain calm and not engage themselves in violent conflict. There is a need for us to be alive to witness his statement. And so even those of us in Kumasi, he is advising us, let's not overdo things that will have an effect on us negatively,” he said.
The conflict stems from ancient historical claims, with the Mamprusi asserting their traditional authority over the Kusasi. British colonial rule also played a significant role in shaping these tensions, as some argue that colonial policies deepened divisions between the groups.
Over time, disputes over chieftaincy, land ownership, and political influence have continued to fuel the conflict, making resolution challenging.
Watch videos of the interview below:
BAI
Watch the promo to GhanaWeb's latest documentary, which uncovers the evolution of ‘kayamata,' an exploitative practice fueled by love charms and manipulation, titled, “The Dark Side of Kayamata,' below:
#TrendingGH: Extension of IGP's contract draws praise and criticism
The wait is over! The GhanaWeb Excellence Awards 2025 is officially launched. Let's celebrate impact, innovation and excellence across Ghana.
Who deserves to be honoured this year?
Nominate now 👉 https://ghanaweb.com/ghanaexcellenceawards/nominate
Copyright © 1994 - 2025 GhanaWeb. All rights reserved.
