According to the Caucus, the incident also saw the demolition of a statue of the Overlord of the Kusaug Traditional Area, Asigri Abugrago Azoka II, and reports of looting civilian shops.
At a news conference on Tuesday in Parliament House, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament (MP) for Tempane, Madam Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba, called on the Ghana Armed Forces to issue an unqualified apology to the Overlord and residents of the Kusaug area.
“We demand a full-scale probe into the matter to ensure accountability and justice,” she said.
Meanwhile, Majority Leader and NDC MP Parliament for Bawku Central, Mr Mahama Ayariga, has appealed to Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to expedite ongoing mediation efforts aimed at restoring lasting peace in Bawku.
He explained that his plea highlighted the need for sustained dialogue to address the underlying issues driving the conflict.
Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence ehas ordered a thorough investigation into the incident, calling for calm and restraint in Bawku.
“We are, once again, urging restraint and calm in Bawku regarding the latest developments… I have directed thorough investigations into the recent matter and promised to take swift action based on recommendations,” he said.
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