Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has announced that the government will restore and rebuild the Bawku Naba statue, which was destroyed on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
Dr. Boamah gave the assurance during a durbar with officers, soldiers, and Defence Civilian Staff of Garrisons 1 and 5 at Burma Camp on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, while condemning the act as “regrettable and unacceptable.”
“I condemned the destruction of the cherished statue in Bawku over the weekend,” Dr. Boamah stated in a Facebook post on Thursday, July 17, following the event at Burma Camp.
“I assured that the government shall rebuild the statue and expects appropriate sanctions to be meted out to the perpetrators,” he added.
He added that the Defence Ministry is actively observing developments and stands ready to assist security forces in maintaining order and upholding justice in the area.
Dr. Boamah also condemned the recent shooting of two soldiers in Bawku, calling it a troubling development that demands prompt and decisive action.
“The Ghana Armed Forces remain committed to protecting lives and maintaining order in every part of the country,” Dr. Boamah affirmed.
He urged collaboration between the military, traditional authorities, and residents to restore calm and dignity.
“Let us unite to uphold peace, protect tradition, and strengthen the bonds that hold our nation together,” he added.
Source: Adomonline.com
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