Approximately 200 individuals have lost their lives in the ongoing Bawku conflict spanning from November 2021 to August 2023, as revealed by Amadu Hamza, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) overseeing the region.

During an interview with the media on Monday, August 14, 2023, the MCE emphasized that while official records of casualties attributed to the conflict involving the police might be considerably lower, the actual situation on the ground far surpasses the figures reported by the police.

"Many have died and their bodies were never given to the police," he said.

Discussing a recent incident where a shooting resulted in the demise of one person and left three others injured, the MCE pointed out that the conflict persists, claiming lives consistently, especially in areas that pose challenges for police accessibility.

Bawku has been grappling with chieftaincy disputes for an extended period, resulting in the unfortunate loss of numerous lives and significant destruction of property.