Killing in Nkwanta South sparks fresh alarm as Oti Minister vows crackdown
John Kwadwo Gyapong, the Oti Regional Minister, condemned the killing of Richmond Benye Ayitey on Saturday, May 3, 2026, in Nkwanta South. He described the killing of the 25-year-old food vendor as barbaric and unacceptable.
The minister extended condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of the Oti Regional Coordinating Council and appealed for calm. He assured residents that security agencies have been directed to act decisively to restore confidence and protect lives and property. Mr. Gyapong said all those involved in the attack and killing will be pursued and made to face the full rigour of the law, stressing that impunity will not be tolerated. He also raised concern over the reported release of two suspects previously arrested with ammunition and a weapon, saying the development has heightened tension and anxiety in the municipality. The minister warned that no group or individual would be allowed to destabilise the area or disrupt the relative peace residents have worked to maintain.
Mr. Gyapong cautioned that authorities may be forced to review existing security measures if instability persists. He said he would not be surprised if curfew hours in Nkwanta are reversed from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. should the security situation deteriorate.
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The Oti Regional Minister is addressing renewed attacks linked to the conflict in Nkwanta South- raising concerns. The Minister is vowing a crackdown, but can the cycle of violence be stopped?
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