FLASHBACK: How the Bawku conflict started - Historian Anokye Frimpong explains

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I piss on sick dog prophet mohammed 9 months ago

If you poison islamic children you will go straight to heaven. Burn all mosques in Africa. Kill arabfo. Qur'an is toilet paper.

If you poison islamic children you will go straight to heaven. Burn all mosques in Africa. Kill arabfo. Qur'an is toilet paper.
HOW COME THIS MAN KNOWS EVERYTHING ??? 9 months ago

VERY PUZZLING !!!

VERY PUZZLING !!!
Nyinka 9 months ago

Anokye Frimpong has no credibility. His motives are political. Through his ties to Nzema, he systematically distorts history in favor of Nkrumah. Most of his statements are false and exaggerated. He lies by adding colour to h ...
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Anokye Frimpong has no credibility. His motives are political. Through his ties to Nzema, he systematically distorts history in favor of Nkrumah. Most of his statements are false and exaggerated. He lies by adding colour to his claims.
Alex 9 months ago

You are damn right

You are damn right
Blue Pen 9 months ago

How does this account favour Nkrumah and Nzema? Clearly this issue predates Nkrumah's presidency. And there is no evidence that Nkrumah exacerbated the problem so why will Anokye Frimpong skew the history to favour Nkrumah an ...
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How does this account favour Nkrumah and Nzema? Clearly this issue predates Nkrumah's presidency. And there is no evidence that Nkrumah exacerbated the problem so why will Anokye Frimpong skew the history to favour Nkrumah and South-West based Nzema (which has no interest or hand in this dispute at the North Eastern part of Ghana)?

Beyond attacking Mr Frimpong you don't offer any different angle of the history. You just dislike him bcuz he has been exposing the lies and falsified history your grandfathers told you. Blame your grandfathers who are notorious for distorting history.
DAGOMBAS ARE THE CAUSE PROBLEMS IN THE NORTH 9 months ago

They feel they can and should rule over smaller tribes even though they are migrants from Northern Nigeria, Tohazi the Red Hunter was a slave raider. Dagombas were driving slaves in the Trans Saharan Trade. They ethnically cl ...
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They feel they can and should rule over smaller tribes even though they are migrants from Northern Nigeria, Tohazi the Red Hunter was a slave raider. Dagombas were driving slaves in the Trans Saharan Trade. They ethnically cleansed Yendi and took over Konkomba lands. The Gonja people were on their lands before Dagombas came from Zamfara but were forced to accept rulers and religion imposed on them. The same things are going in Kusasi Land. They are being forced to submit to chiefs and religious practices from Dagbon and its allied tribes.
be wise 9 months ago

Blue Pan, don't mind these sore losers who are full of "ahantan". They can't stand the truth so they resort to blackmailing, and lies. Their forefathers never did anything that united Ghana but are quick to claim any glory. S ...
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Blue Pan, don't mind these sore losers who are full of "ahantan". They can't stand the truth so they resort to blackmailing, and lies. Their forefathers never did anything that united Ghana but are quick to claim any glory. Such a shameful sore losers and cowards.
Solution to bawku conflict. Only a compromise will suffice 9 months ago

1. Bawku naaba (kusasi) stays and enjoys powers of a paramount chief. A terminal title and signs land documents for the area
2. Bawku naaba (mamprugu) is a ceremonial head in bawku but can ascend to become Nayiri in Nalerigu ...
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1. Bawku naaba (kusasi) stays and enjoys powers of a paramount chief. A terminal title and signs land documents for the area
2. Bawku naaba (mamprugu) is a ceremonial head in bawku but can ascend to become Nayiri in Nalerigu. Leader of mamprugu in Bawku but cannot sell land or sign land documents. So that the Bawku naaba (mamprugu) would be considered one of the paths to be coming a Nayiri. In other words, the Bawku naaba (mamprugu) will remain one of the biggest chiefs of mamprugu but shall not be a terminal title

For peace to prevail, this is the best arrangement. Compromise us the only solution for peaceful co-existence
Solution to bawku conflict. Only a compromise will suffice 9 months ago

History will never forget the critical role Mamprugu played in the establishment of the Bawku state. But it is time for the kusasis to now rule themselves

History will never forget the critical role Mamprugu played in the establishment of the Bawku state. But it is time for the kusasis to now rule themselves
Solution to bawku conflict. Only a compromise will suffice 9 months ago

Nayiri has the solution to the Bawku conflict.
Fighting will never solve this war

Nayiri has the solution to the Bawku conflict.
Fighting will never solve this war
be wise 9 months ago

You're a sore loser.

You're a sore loser.
Life 9 months ago

This is a good and very educative overview of the entire foundation of the conflict. It's easy to settle this matter.the mamprusi chiefdoms within the qusasi kingdom must be appointed by the nayiri with express consent and ag ...
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This is a good and very educative overview of the entire foundation of the conflict. It's easy to settle this matter.the mamprusi chiefdoms within the qusasi kingdom must be appointed by the nayiri with express consent and agreement with the entire council of the qusasi.in this scenario, they owe allegiance to both the qusasi and the nayiri, of the mamprusis.reason is, although mamprusi fought to save the qusasi from the busanga, they can be considered mercenaries who were paid their due for work done then.a few may have settled and increased in numbers necessitating their need for a chief of their own.however,they are inside qusasi territory and land.there is no way the ancestors of the qusasi would have an arrangement of assist and defend us then we would allow you have a paramountcy, which is a mini kingdom within our kingdom where you will be subject to only the king of mamprusis.thats like replacing the busanga conquest intentions with the mamprusi...making the qusasi losers either way.allow a sub chief for mamprusi in the qusasi territory but strictly subject to both council of qusasi and mamprusi leaders,simple.in ancient times, all kingdoms of the world faced these challenges and solved most by blood marriage of royals. so mamprusi males, next in line to be chiefs in the qusasi territories, MUST marry only ONE qusasi royal lady, their offsprings become automatic heirs to the thrones of the territories. this will seal their allegiance to both parties, the qusasi and mamprusi. If you are not willing to marry from the other side,too bad, we move over to those willing. if a party dies without a hybrid child, the process is repeated till we get one. well wishes.
Gh-Man 9 months ago

Nzema and Asante distortion is his main plan

Nzema and Asante distortion is his main plan
be wise 9 months ago

You are a liar! Lawyer Anokye presents factual accounts of history than your useless lies that can't even be proven. Since you people started lying about lawyer Anokye why don't you guys bring your alternative truth, instead ...
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You are a liar! Lawyer Anokye presents factual accounts of history than your useless lies that can't even be proven. Since you people started lying about lawyer Anokye why don't you guys bring your alternative truth, instead backbiting and blackmailing just like the way your heroes (JB Danquah and co) lied about everything just to discredit Nkrumah. Aren't you people tired of your "ahantan" nature? You need salvation. Sore loser.
JIBRIL SEIDU 9 months ago

Ghanaians must be very careful of this so called historian. The unnecessary and exaggerated comments, statements and silly noises will one day start a tribal conflict in the country. We are all quiet and listening to thrash f ...
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Ghanaians must be very careful of this so called historian. The unnecessary and exaggerated comments, statements and silly noises will one day start a tribal conflict in the country. We are all quiet and listening to thrash from this non entity. He was completely defeated when he attempted to lead CPP. The man has no weight and he doesn’t matter in the country called Ghana. TO ALLOW THIS HOLLOW RABBLE ROUSER TO STIR ETHNIC TENSIONS IN GHANA IS VERY DANGEROUS. NO ONE NEEDS THE HEAT AND STUPID ACCOUNTS OF TWISTED HISTORY HE IS THROWING OUT. HE IS A TRYING BE POPULAR BECAUSE OF POLITICS. SUCH CHARACTERS ARE DANGEROUS. HE MUST CERTAINLY BE STOPPED NOW. GHANA DESERVES BETTER.
be wise 9 months ago

Ghanaians must rather be afraid of people like you who don't want to know the truth.

Ghanaians must rather be afraid of people like you who don't want to know the truth.
Adonai 9 months ago

I don't know how old you are. In any case it is important that you learn from those who know the facts or search deep. Every ethnic group has a history. Unfortunately. Most are not documented.

I don't know how old you are. In any case it is important that you learn from those who know the facts or search deep. Every ethnic group has a history. Unfortunately. Most are not documented.
Nyinaku, Thou shall not bear false witness 9 months ago

Lawyer Anokye is honest, credible and accurate

Lawyer Anokye is honest, credible and accurate
Mamprugu made a big mistake by joining northern region 9 months ago

Only if Mamprugu had joined the upper region instead of northern regional house of chiefs. Mamprugu could have controlled the entire upper region including upper west. But by joining northern region, they gradually lost hold ...
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Only if Mamprugu had joined the upper region instead of northern regional house of chiefs. Mamprugu could have controlled the entire upper region including upper west. But by joining northern region, they gradually lost hold over the tribes in the upper region
be wise 9 months ago

Can you please tell us what Anokye has said that was not factual and falsehood? I don't know what wrong with people like you and Alex... You hate truth and loves your lies. Bring forward what you have against lawyer Anokye fo ...
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Can you please tell us what Anokye has said that was not factual and falsehood? I don't know what wrong with people like you and Alex... You hate truth and loves your lies. Bring forward what you have against lawyer Anokye for us to know and stop being a coward.

People like you know no shame. At least lawyer has shared his view publicly if you think his claims are not factual why don't you call for a public debate? He has opened up for that possibility but you cowards with your "ahantan" as your hateful forefathers did to Kwame Nkrumah always cry like pussies...
Afadu 9 months ago

Bring your real name because you are not a follower of Jesus. Jesus never used violence to win over anyone He speaks to us through His Spirit

Bring your real name because you are not a follower of Jesus. Jesus never used violence to win over anyone He speaks to us through His Spirit
Gh-Man 9 months ago

Idiot. You please only your foolish self with this demented write up. You need to see a dinctor

Idiot. You please only your foolish self with this demented write up. You need to see a dinctor
Dr. Mash 9 months ago

May Almighty Allah forgive and guide you.Ameen
But stop insulting the Islamic religion..

May Almighty Allah forgive and guide you.Ameen
But stop insulting the Islamic religion..
Dundu Banza 9 months ago

We are all brothers. Let's give peace a chance.

We are all brothers. Let's give peace a chance.
Dr Dan Boateng 9 months ago

Thank you!! The best statement so far. Acting with goodwill as BROTHERS, a compromise can be found. May the Lord of peace grant wisdom!

Thank you!! The best statement so far. Acting with goodwill as BROTHERS, a compromise can be found. May the Lord of peace grant wisdom!
Akwess 9 months ago

For once, this man has told a story without mentioning Akuffo Addo as the cause of the problem.

For once, this man has told a story without mentioning Akuffo Addo as the cause of the problem.
Fatcobra 9 months ago

@Akwess I can't stop laughing. You couldn't have put it any better. He's so obsessed with Nana Addo that it sucks. Besides onim hooo tay

@Akwess I can't stop laughing. You couldn't have put it any better. He's so obsessed with Nana Addo that it sucks. Besides onim hooo tay
Gh-Man 9 months ago

Ababa ado is the most useless president Ghana had. The man was just not good

Ababa ado is the most useless president Ghana had. The man was just not good
Fatcobra 9 months ago

Chew pour pass forget historian. This man is so full of himself.

Chew pour pass forget historian. This man is so full of himself.
Ike 9 months ago

The state should build a new city to resettle the Mamprusis who are currently in Bawku in their own new city

The state should build a new city to resettle the Mamprusis who are currently in Bawku in their own new city
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Queen 9 months ago

This narrative is true for almost the whole upper East Region and some parts of the Northern and North East and Savanna.
We need a wholistic approach.
A delicate situation in which both sides are right. Indegenous versus wo ...
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This narrative is true for almost the whole upper East Region and some parts of the Northern and North East and Savanna.
We need a wholistic approach.
A delicate situation in which both sides are right. Indegenous versus worior new comers.
Whiteman 9 months ago

But your article is incomplete. And what did the commission say and how were they able to live peacefully till later in the last 1990s

But your article is incomplete. And what did the commission say and how were they able to live peacefully till later in the last 1990s
Alokoto 9 months ago

The British are the source of all the conflict just like what the Belgians did in Rwanda. Their sole aim is to destabilise the African tribes so that the can rule and achieve their aim of coming here.

The British are the source of all the conflict just like what the Belgians did in Rwanda. Their sole aim is to destabilise the African tribes so that the can rule and achieve their aim of coming here.
Obiba AA 9 months ago

Just get off
What history do know
You are the people fanning the conflict

Just get off
What history do know
You are the people fanning the conflict
Concerned Citizen 9 months ago

Ghanaweb has twisted Anokye Frimpong's narrative for reasons best known to them. I have listened to his video and NOWHERE did he say that the Mamprusis are the original people in Bawku. On the contrary he stated the direct op ...
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Ghanaweb has twisted Anokye Frimpong's narrative for reasons best known to them. I have listened to his video and NOWHERE did he say that the Mamprusis are the original people in Bawku. On the contrary he stated the direct opposite, that is, the Kusasis are the original people. Even though he mentioned Captain Rattray without citing him, Rattray, in his book:'Tribes of the Ashanti Hinterland' reported that 'when the Mampruse came from Gambaga they found us here...we have always been here...".
Gh-Man 9 months ago

Thought so myself . Thought the mamprusis came to meet the kusaasis?

Thought so myself . Thought the mamprusis came to meet the kusaasis?
3A 9 months ago

This is the second time they(ghanaweb) are misrepresenting facts or a narration. If it is not no purpose they should pay attention to what they write for credibility. Misinformation causes misunderstanding( conflict). May pea ...
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This is the second time they(ghanaweb) are misrepresenting facts or a narration. If it is not no purpose they should pay attention to what they write for credibility. Misinformation causes misunderstanding( conflict). May peace return to kusaug!!
Oh Ghana Web 9 months ago

Exactly my thoughts, Ghana Web should have proper editor for their website.

Exactly my thoughts, Ghana Web should have proper editor for their website.
Kwaku 9 months ago

I did not listen to the interview but the true story is rather the Kusasis who welcomed the Mamprusis.

I did not listen to the interview but the true story is rather the Kusasis who welcomed the Mamprusis.
be wise 9 months ago

Because Ghanaweb has been bought by NPP apparachiks so they have targeted lawyer Anokye to discredit him. The UP tradition are dying to hell with their same tactics like satan did in the garden of Eden.
They should continue ...
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Because Ghanaweb has been bought by NPP apparachiks so they have targeted lawyer Anokye to discredit him. The UP tradition are dying to hell with their same tactics like satan did in the garden of Eden.
They should continue on that end to their own detriment because some of us are ready to present truthful and genuine records of history to the Ghanaian polity against the self glorifying idiot of the Danquah useless tradition. Even when lawyer Anokye dies, there will be a sizeable number of truth lovers who will continue the mantle.
Jesus Is God 9 months ago

The historian is right most paramount chiefs in Upper East are crown by Mamprusi Nayiri

The historian is right most paramount chiefs in Upper East are crown by Mamprusi Nayiri
By joining northern region instead of the upper region, the mamprusis lost control 9 months ago

Mamprugu should have joined the upper region from the beginning. All these issues would have been nonexistentnt

Mamprugu should have joined the upper region from the beginning. All these issues would have been nonexistentnt
Steve Kaye London 9 months ago

This Anokye Frimpong is a con man just like the late John Ackah Blay Meisah, the well renowned international fraudster.

This Anokye Frimpong is a con man just like the late John Ackah Blay Meisah, the well renowned international fraudster.
Ayuba 9 months ago

The most useless website. The man did not mention anywhere that the mamprusis are original owners of bawku but he rather said that the kusasis are the original owners of bawku.

The most useless website. The man did not mention anywhere that the mamprusis are original owners of bawku but he rather said that the kusasis are the original owners of bawku.
Sh*thead of a historian 9 months ago

It's sickening when tell-tale liars like Anokye Frimpong makes false claims like this and see himself as a knowledgeable person. Disgrace to his family and tribesmates. How could he twist history like this and thinks people w ...
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It's sickening when tell-tale liars like Anokye Frimpong makes false claims like this and see himself as a knowledgeable person. Disgrace to his family and tribesmates. How could he twist history like this and thinks people will believe him. Nauseating smelly old fool like him.
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They know they are strangers 9 months ago

The Mamprusis were pure Nkrumaist but when the commission told them the truth they retorted and crossed to UP, then the kusaasi upheld Nkruma. They came to guard the trade route and saw beautiful Kusasi and Busanga ladies the ...
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The Mamprusis were pure Nkrumaist but when the commission told them the truth they retorted and crossed to UP, then the kusaasi upheld Nkruma. They came to guard the trade route and saw beautiful Kusasi and Busanga ladies they never saw and irrisistible and so they remained.
The Igbos are like the Kusaa people. 9 months ago

You have no idea Frimpong taught history in Bawku Secondary School for several years. Ask him about the causes of the fall of Mali Songai, Ghana, Autaman and Mamprusi empire and dates and he will not need to open a book. HE W ...
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You have no idea Frimpong taught history in Bawku Secondary School for several years. Ask him about the causes of the fall of Mali Songai, Ghana, Autaman and Mamprusi empire and dates and he will not need to open a book. HE WILL EQUALLY TELL YOU WHEN THE KUSAA KINGDOM STARTED.
Even Oyo, Tzar, G. British. Mali empires fell and split. 9 months ago

Wangprusis (destructive monkeys) do not understand that kingdoms rise and fall all over the world.

Wangprusis (destructive monkeys) do not understand that kingdoms rise and fall all over the world.
Gabriel agah 9 months ago

Ok I didn’t know this man was a politician until I red the messages, I don’t trust him either.

Ok I didn’t know this man was a politician until I red the messages, I don’t trust him either.
Paa Joe 9 months ago

What is being a politician negate the truth. The conflict in Bawku is no different from the Rwanda case. The colonial rulers interfere with cultures they didn't understand.

What is being a politician negate the truth. The conflict in Bawku is no different from the Rwanda case. The colonial rulers interfere with cultures they didn't understand.
Karat Cat 9 months ago

Very sketchy and deceptive narrations. They should be allowed to kill and finish themselves of that poor land. Who cares??? Mtcheew

Very sketchy and deceptive narrations. They should be allowed to kill and finish themselves of that poor land. Who cares??? Mtcheew
Oh Ghana Web 9 months ago

Ghana Web has twisted the story.

Ghana Web has twisted the story.
Major 9 months ago

Nobody cares how the conflict started. All we are saying is tame those barbarians in Bawku as quickly as possible.

Nobody cares how the conflict started. All we are saying is tame those barbarians in Bawku as quickly as possible.
Sammy 9 months ago

Someone from Bawku told me this same story only to be ewasi7ir here today. So the Mamprusi people in Bawku are from Nalerigu which means they have their overlord or king here in Ghana. They can not have another in Bawku excep ...
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Someone from Bawku told me this same story only to be ewasi7ir here today. So the Mamprusi people in Bawku are from Nalerigu which means they have their overlord or king here in Ghana. They can not have another in Bawku except for a sub chief who will submit totally to the chief of the Kusasi people.
Peace 9 months ago

Dishonesty brought us here. Nkrumah first coup attempt has something to do with the conflict. The kusasis and the busangas had been peaceful settlers trading. Maprusis came to trade and ended up not going back. The conflict h ...
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Dishonesty brought us here. Nkrumah first coup attempt has something to do with the conflict. The kusasis and the busangas had been peaceful settlers trading. Maprusis came to trade and ended up not going back. The conflict has gone beyound the two and its now multi tribal. The area is dominated by kusasis, busangas, then manprusis and mosis. They all in it, it is just like war because even after marriages there is no solution. We must ask ourselves how Hawa Yakubu was poisoned? Again why certain houses in a community under pusiga district got nearly attacked after december 7 elections
Kwame 9 months ago

Mr anokye, busanga's are not entirely from Burkina Faso Ghana,Togo, and Burkina Faso, get ur facts Wright

Mr anokye, busanga's are not entirely from Burkina Faso Ghana,Togo, and Burkina Faso, get ur facts Wright
be wise 9 months ago

So they are entirely from where? tell us. Idiot.

So they are entirely from where? tell us. Idiot.
Bobby 9 months ago

This is the first time I am hearing that the Mamprusi's were the original inhabiters of Bawku.

This is the first time I am hearing that the Mamprusi's were the original inhabiters of Bawku.
Napo man 9 months ago

Why should the air space be occupied everyday with the news of these violent hungry skiny people killing themselves. I have not come near any of them but I am pretty sure they will smell too. Let them kill and destroy each ot ...
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Why should the air space be occupied everyday with the news of these violent hungry skiny people killing themselves. I have not come near any of them but I am pretty sure they will smell too. Let them kill and destroy each other. Nonsense
Dr. Mash 9 months ago

Oh,how! This is below the belt..How do you talk this about your fellow Ghanaians. Are you aware the leader of Ghana Government Business in parliament is from Bawku? Does he smell bad? Hell NO. So you see you don't just say th ...
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Oh,how! This is below the belt..How do you talk this about your fellow Ghanaians. Are you aware the leader of Ghana Government Business in parliament is from Bawku? Does he smell bad? Hell NO. So you see you don't just say things like that. They are a lot of wonderful people from the Bawku area both here in Ghana and outside Ghana who doing wonderfully well. Have you also heard of Mr. Bombande: the former deputy foreign minister or so under first Mahama presidency....let just stop here for now. In fact, thay are good people. May Almighty Allah bring peace to that land,Bawku in particular and Ghana in general. AMEEN
Kofi T 9 months ago

You People see how Ghanaweb is so foolish
They think everything is Politicks. NPP GHANAWEB..Stop this NPP misinformation..you guys keep doing...

You People see how Ghanaweb is so foolish
They think everything is Politicks. NPP GHANAWEB..Stop this NPP misinformation..you guys keep doing...

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