President John Dramani Mahama has urged residents of Bawku in the Upper East region to embrace peace as they celebrate Ramadan.
The celebration of the Eid by Muslims worldwide marks the successful completion of a month-long fast of Ramadan.
Speaking at the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration organized by the National Chief Imam at the Black Star Square in Accra, he emphasized that the holy month of Ramadan is a time for unity and reconciliation.
“Finally, as we celebrate this Ramadan, I want to urge my brothers and sisters in Bawku to give peace a chance. Ramadan is a period for togetherness” he noted.
Addressing the ongoing tensions in Bawku, the President appealed to all factions to lay down their differences and work towards lasting peace.
He reminded them that conflict only hinders progress and development, affecting the livelihoods of innocent people.
He is therefore calling on religious and traditional leaders to mediate and encourage dialogue among all parties involved.
