Chairman of the National Peace Council, Dr. Ernest Adu-Gyamfi, has expressed satisfaction with the recent closure of several radio stations in Bawku, including Bawku FM, Source FM, Zahra FM, and Gumah FM.

The National Communication Authority (NCA) stated that the closures were recommended by the Upper East Regional Security Council and the National Security Ministry.

In an interview with JoyNews on February 27, Dr. Adu-Gyamfi revealed that the Peace Council, in collaboration with the NCA, launched a document on hate speech and indecent language last year.

He stressed that the Commission has the authority to shut down radio stations that do not adhere to appropriate conduct.

"So once people flout these things there is nothing that the NMC can do because they were part of the preparation of the document and I’m sure that’s part of the reason why they have taken the step they’ve taken.”

We expect that all radio and television stations will abide by these guidelines," he explained ahead of President Akufo-Addo's State of the Nation Address.Meanwhile, President Akufo-Addo says money meant for development in Bawku in the Upper East region, is the same money the government has used to curb conflicts in the area.

This disclosure was made during the 2024 State of The Nation address in parliament today, February 27, 2024.

"Mr Speaker, I must make special mention of the troubles in Bawku. The tragedy is not only that a thriving and dynamic town is being reduced to a wasteland of destruction and distrust, we are spending money and energy that would have been better spent on development needs of Bawku, providing security to keep brothers and sisters from killing each other" the president expressed.

He added that Bawku has become appealing to extremists who are operating just across the border from the town.

"Mr Speaker, what should concern all of us and not just the people of Bawku is that, in its current state, Bawku is an alluring magnet to mischief makers and extremists operating a few kilometers across from the border," he indicated.