A resurgence of chieftaincy conflict in Bawku has reportedly resulted in multiple fatalities, including that of an 11-year-old girl.According to a report by Asaase Radio, the girl lost her life in her home on October 27, 2024. The renewed violence flared up over the weekend, with gunfire reported in various locations.On the same day as the girl's death, three individuals were shot near the Ghana Highways Authority office.

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Local sources indicate that since the outbreak of shooting on October 26, the death toll has risen to approximately 15, with around 20 others sustaining injuries. Some of the injured have been transported to the Tamale Teaching Hospital for treatment.Efforts by security forces in Bawku to restore order are hampered by a shortage of personnel and inadequate resources.

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Reports suggest that the military units deployed in the region lack sufficient vehicles to respond quickly to the incidents. Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service is struggling to manage the escalating violence that has spread across several neighborhoods due to a lack of resources.

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