with referenced statistical data, give me accurate and true conflicts that happened in wa, upper west region of ghana as a result of elections

The Upper West Region of Ghana has experienced a number of conflicts related to elections, particularly during the 2008 and 2012 presidential and parliamentary elections. Although I cannot provide real-time statistics or references post-October 2023, I can summarize the conflicts that were documented up until then. 1. **2008 General Elections**: The 2008 elections in Ghana were marked by tensions in various regions, including the Upper West Region. Reports indicated clashes between supporters of rival political parties, often stemming from allegations of electoral malpractice or from deeply entrenched political rivalries. 2. **2012 General Elections**: The 2012 elections saw a continuation of violence and disputes in the Upper West Region, particularly in the form of intimidation and skirmishes during the campaign period. A report from the National Peace Council indicated that there were several cases of violence, which were primarily driven by political party supporters. 3. **Post-Election Violence**: Following the announcement of election results, there have been instances of protests and violence as supporters of losing parties reacted to the outcomes. For example, in 2012, the tension led to protests in some communities within the Upper West Region, where supporters of the opposition party raised concerns over alleged electoral anomalies. 4. **Ethnic and Social Tensions**: The Upper West Region is home to diverse ethnic groups, and political conflicts often intersect with ethnic lines. Disputes over party affiliations can sometimes exacerbate existing ethnic tensions, leading to conflict during election periods. 5. **Reported Incidents**: Specific incidents, such as violent altercations between rival party supporters, have been documented in reports from the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) and the Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC). For more precise statistics, data collections, and references to specific incidents, one may need to consult the reports and publications from Ghana's Electoral Commission, news archives, or scholarly articles focused on political violence in Ghana, as well as from local NGOs that monitor human rights and electoral processes. If you're looking for statistical data, I'd recommend checking academic databases or regional reports that may provide numerical insights into the levels of violence or conflict during these electoral cycles.