Retired Colonel Festus Aboagye, a respected security analyst, has cautioned against making unachievable promises in attempts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Bawku. Emphasizing the need for experts in conflict resolution, Aboagye suggested that seasoned professionals should be brought in to help address the situation effectively.
This advice followed his observation that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, might have prematurely promised priority police recruitment to Bawku’s youth as a peace-building measure. “The IGP might have spoken too soon. Even if this is a viable option, it’s not the appropriate time to reveal it,” Aboagye commented on TV3’s Key Points broadcast on April 12.
He further warned, “We should avoid making unfulfillable promises, as they could set a dangerous precedent. For instance, illegal miners might demand similar incentives, expecting military recruitment in return for ceasing their activities.”
During a visit to Bawku on Friday, April 11, IGP Yohuno emphasized that a special recruitment initiative would be launched, giving the region’s youth priority access to police jobs. “We will extend recruitment priority to the youth of Bawku. A special team will be dispatched here specifically for this recruitment drive,” he assured.
Additionally, IGP Yohuno expressed his commitment to working closely with the community. He called on residents to voice their concerns about any police actions, promising swift corrective measures to foster trust and collaboration. “We value the hardworking spirit of this community. Please inform us where mistakes have been made, and we will address them promptly to ensure seamless cooperation,” he added.
Source: https://3news.com/news
