Oti Regional Police Commander engages Nkwanta Community, calls for calm after attacks

DCOP Alex Acquah, the Oti Regional Police Commander, visited Nkwanta on March 26 to engage residents and security personnel. According to a release issued on Friday, March 27, the visit formed part of efforts to promote peace, strengthen security, and reassure the community after a series of attacks that claimed lives and damaged property. He met police personnel in the area, encouraging them to remain vigilant and uphold discipline.

DCOP Acquah led a joint security team to the Zongo community, where they met the Zongo Chief, Alhaji Issaka Kayaba, and his elders. He conveyed condolences on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police and the Police Management Board following "the death of three adult male members of the community in the recent fatal violent attacks in Nkwanta South Municipality". Alhaji Kayaba assured the delegation of the community's commitment to peace and unity, giving "assurance of the community's commitment to peace, non-retaliation, and coexistence". DCOP Acquah also inspected the site of a previous arson incident at Dadaga, where two people lost their lives, to assess the situation and guide further security measures.

The Police Command said it continues to monitor developments closely and is working with other security agencies to maintain stability in the area. Residents have been urged to remain calm and cooperate with security personnel. The Command cautioned against the spread of false information, urging residents to "remain calm, law-abiding, and cooperative with the security agencies". The public should exercise restraint and avoid actions that could lead to further escalation of the situation.