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I Refuse to Be Duped’ - Amidu Claims Bawku Violence Was Orchestrated for Political Gain

Fri, 8 Nov 2024 Source: Mercy Mensah

Martin Amidu, the former Special Prosecutor, has raised some serious concerns about the government's handling of the recent Bawku conflict in Ghana. He thinks the government's actions might be more about influencing the December 2024 elections than actually restoring peace in the region.

Amidu pointed out some suspicious moves, like the reshuffling of regional ministers for the Upper East and Upper West Regions, which could be more than just an administrative change. With around 287,000 voters in the Upper East Region, these disruptions could significantly impact electoral outcomes . He's also disappointed with Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, who didn't take direct action to address the escalating violence in Bawku, despite being from the North East Region.

Amidu also questioned the Chief Justice's decision to close courts in parts of the Upper East Region due to violence, while a similar response didn't happen in the North East Region, despite reports of fatalities. This selective response seems politically motivated and could destabilize the Upper East Region just before the polls.

*Key Concerns:*

- _Government's Motives_: Amidu suspects the government's actions are driven by electoral gains rather than restoring peace.

- _Regional Minister Reshuffle_: The timing of this move raises questions about its true purpose.

- _Vice President's Inaction_: Bawumia's silence on the issue is seen as alarming and lacking leadership.

- _Selective Justice_: The closure of courts in the Upper East Region but not in the North East Region seems unfair.

Amidu believes the Bawku conflict might not be a coincidence, but rather orchestrated to achieve a political end. This is a serious allegation, and it's essential to scrutinize the government's actions to ensure stability and democracy are prioritized over electoral gains.

Source: Mercy Mensah