By Kingsley Mamore
Dambai (O/R), June 13 (GNA)- Nana Kwabena Ntow, Chairman of the Oti Chapter of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), on Friday knelt before chiefs and ethnic leaders to appeal for peace and an end to the recurring violence in Nkwanta South Municipality.
The appeal was made during a peace engagement organised by the Oti Regional House of Chiefs at the Oti Regional Coordinating Council (ORCC) Conference Hall in Dambai.
The meeting brought together representatives of the municipality’s three main ethnic groups as part of efforts to find a lasting solution to the disturbances that have claimed lives, destroyed property, and hindered socio-economic development.
Speaking on behalf of journalists in the region, Nana Ntow urged all parties to lay down their arms and embrace dialogue, reconciliation, and peaceful coexistence.
He noted that persistent violence, which has resulted in injuries, deaths, and property damage, remained a major concern for both residents and the media.
“Journalists are tired of reporting incidents of violence, injuries and loss of lives. We appeal to all parties to allow peace to prevail so that Nkwanta South can return to normalcy and pursue its development agenda,” he said.
As part of resolutions reached at the meeting, participants agreed to allow the Oti Regional House of Chiefs to constitute a seven-member committee to investigate the root causes of the conflict and recommend measures to promote lasting peace in the municipality.
Responding, the President of the Oti Regional House of Chiefs, Nana Soglo Alloh IV, commended Nana Ntow for his commitment to the peace process, describing the gesture as a demonstration of genuine concern for the welfare of the people.
He assured stakeholders that the House would conduct an impartial and thorough inquiry into the issues surrounding the disturbances.
Nana Alloh further urged all groups and interested parties to cooperate fully with the committee and avoid actions that could undermine ongoing efforts to restore peace.
He expressed optimism that the committee’s work would help address longstanding grievances and contribute to sustainable peace, unity, and development in Nkwanta South.
The Oti Regional House of Chiefs is expected to announce the committee’s membership and terms of reference in the coming days.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Audrey Dekalu