The National Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, John Dramani Mahama, has urged the people of Bawku to avoid escalating conflicts in the area.

He urged the chiefs and people of the area to exercise restraint in their dealings.

He was speaking at a mini rally in Saboba in the Northern Region as part of his Northern Regional campaign tour to solicit votes for the December 7 elections.

Peaceful coexistence

Mr Mahama emphasised the importance of peaceful coexistence and promised to prioritise restoring peace to Bawku if elected.

He expressed disappointment over the neglected state of various projects initiated during his administration, including a community centre in Saboba.

He assured the community that the NDC government would complete the abandoned projects and initiate new ones such as constructing a state-of-the-art bridge over the Oti River. 

Tour

The former president's Northern Regional tour, tagged #Mahama4Change2024, kicked off on Monday with a series of community engagements.

Mr Mahama started the day in Chereponi in the North East Region where he addressed the community, emphasising the importance of community involvement in his campaign.

Hundreds of NDC party supporters poured onto the streets to welcome him before converging on the rally grounds to listen to the former president.

Mr Mahama then proceeded to the Northern Region where he began his campaign in Saboba, where he interacted with supporters at the Saboba Community Centre.

He also addressed similar gatherings in Tatale and Zabzugu.