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Government endorses Bawku mediation report, announces GH¢1bn revitalisation fund
The Government of Ghana has fully accepted the findings and recommendations of the Bawku Conflict Mediation Report presented by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, describing it as a clear roadmap towards lasting peace in the conflict hit area.
In an official statement issued on Wednesday December 17, 2025, the government noted that the report was carefully reviewed and endorsed in full, stressing that it was not meant to declare winners or losers but to promote reconciliation and stability in Bawku and surrounding communities.
Government reaffirmed the legal position that Naba Asigri Abugrago Azoka II remains the legitimate Bawku Naba, in line with rulings by the Supreme Court, adding that no individual or group has the authority to challenge his status.
As part of the mediation recommendations, government accepted that Alhaji Seidu Abagre, who had been installed as a rival claimant, be recalled to Nalerigu by the Nayiri to take up an alternative traditional role. Authorities announced that arrangements would be made immediately to ensure his safe movement to Nalerigu under state facilitation.
Government also appealed to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to continue offering leadership and moral guidance in future reconciliation efforts between the Mamprusi and Kusasi communities.
On development, the statement acknowledged that years of conflict have caused serious human and economic losses, affecting livelihoods, investment and infrastructure. To address this, John Dramani Mahama directed the establishment of a One Billion Ghana Cedi Bawku Revitalisation Fund.
The fund, to be spent between 2026 and 2028, will support the construction of roads, schools, health facilities, dams and irrigation systems, security installations and commercial infrastructure to revive economic activity in the area.
Management of the fund will be overseen by a high level committee chaired by the Minister for Finance, Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, with membership including the Upper East Regional Minister Donaltus Akamuguri and the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, representing Members of Parliament from the area.
Government called on traditional leaders, political actors, youth groups, civil society, religious bodies and the general public to support the peace process and embrace unity and restraint.
The statement expressed appreciation to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Nayiri, Naa Bohagu Abdulai Mahama Sheriga II, the Bawku Naba and all stakeholders whose efforts contributed to what government described as a historic mediation process.
By: Jacob Aggrey
About 200 company secretaries, governance professionals and institutional leaders will gather in Accra for the ‘Company Secretaries Summit’ next month.
It is aimed at strengthening governance practices and enhance boardroom effectiveness across the country.
The summit, which is scheduled for July 16 at the Labadi Beach Hotel seeks to equip governance professionals with the knowledge, skills, and networks required to navigate the increasingly complex demands of modern corporate leadership.
It will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions focusing on emerging governance trends, boardroom dynamics, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and stakeholder expectations.
According to the convener, Catherine Engmann, the summit comes at a critical time when governance professionals are under growing pressure to support sound decision-making, strengthen governance culture, and respond effectively to changing institutional and regulatory environments.
“This gathering is not just another conference. It is a platform for governance leaders who are already operating at the highest level and intend to stay there,” she said.
She noted that the programme was designed to provide participants with practical tools, fresh insights, and valuable professional connections.
According to Ms Engmann, a major highlight of the event will be the awards ceremony, which will recognise individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence in governance practice and made significant contributions to improving board effectiveness and corporate accountability.
She mentioned that the summit will also offer participants an opportunity to benchmark their practices against industry standards, exchange ideas with peers, and explore innovative approaches to governance challenges.
Beyond the formal sessions, the event is expected to foster networking and collaboration among governance professionals, helping to strengthen governance practices across Ghana’s corporate and institutional landscape.
Speaking about the vision behind the initiative, Ms Engmann, said the summit was inspired by the need to create a dedicated platform that recognises the critical role played by company secretaries and governance professionals.
According to her, the Company Secretaries’ Summit and Awards reflects her conviction that Ghana’s governance professionals deserve an annual platform where they can engage in meaningful discussions, build strategic relationships, and receive recognition for their contributions to effective governance.
Registration for the summit, she said was currently open, with interested professionals encouraged to secure their participation ahead of the event.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
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