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Kusaug Youth express dissatisfaction with Mahama’s management of Bawku conflict.
“Your Excellency, did you know that since you assumed office as President, more than 18 people, including women and children, have been killed in this Bawku conflict? Is that what you intended, Mr President?”
Kusaug Youth Angry
President John Dramani Mahama is facing strong backlash from upset Kusasi youth (Kusaug Youth). This situation is due to the increasing tensions in the Bawku region.
As per the Kusaug youth, they gave a resounding vote to Mr. Mahama. They expected that his leadership would finally bring an end to the ongoing Bawku conflict. He committed to this resolution while on the campaign trail. However, they now lament that the President seems to have forgotten their struggle. Violence has intensified. Casualties have increased in the three months since he took office.
During a press briefing, members of the Kusaug Youth group expressed their overwhelming hope in the NDC. This came after hearing the President’s promise to bring a lasting solution to the Bawku conflict. They believed that the NDC would be their saviour. Therefore, they gave the party a zero. They voted for them in large numbers, representing Kusaug’s support.
“Mr President, when we heard your promise to bring a lasting solution to the Bawku conflict, we were overwhelmed with hope and thought the NDC was our saviour. That is why Kusaug gave the NPP zero and voted massively for the NDC,”…The said, at a press conference.
The President was reminded that he had previously recognized Naana Asigri Azorka II as the rightful chief of Kusaug. It was common knowledge that this was the case. Therefore, it was puzzling that the Bawku issue had not yet been resolved. His election into office was supported by their votes.
The group expressed disappointment over the deteriorating security in the region. They noted that instead of the promised peace, violence has risen during President Mahama’s term.
“Your Excellency, did you know that since you assumed office as President, more than 18 people, including women and children, have been killed in this Bawku conflict? Is that what you intended, Mr President?” …They bemoaned.
In a tone of deep disappointment, the Kusaug youth denounced President Mahama for leveraging their support for political gain. They also questioned why politicians exploit the Bawku conflict solely for votes. These politicians take no meaningful action towards resolving it.
“We now realise that politicians have been using the Bawku conflict for their own selfish political advantage. They keep deceiving us with false promises of peace just to win our votes.” …They further stated.
The group gave a strong warning, suggesting that there may be low voter turnout in upcoming elections.
“It will shock politicians to see empty ballot boxes in 2028 with not a single vote cast. We are tired of the lies and broken promises of politicians,” they concluded.
Are people fed up? Are people looking for long-lasting permanent solutions?
