A renewed communal clash in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region has left a 43-year-old woman, Mrs. Naomi Foligah, hospitalized with a gunshot wound, and several homes set ablaze. Apexnewsgh reports
The violent incident occurred on Wednesday night in Tuobodon, a sub-community within the municipality, sparking concerns over the escalating tensions in the area.
According to eyewitnesses, the clashes began on Wednesday night, with two houses being torched. Mrs. Foligah was reportedly protecting her children when she was shot below the breast. She was quickly rushed to St. Joseph Catholic Hospital, where she is currently receiving treatment.
The Nkwanta South Municipality has witnessed numerous violent clashes in recent years, primarily over land and tribal disputes, resulting in several deaths. The area has been under curfew since last year due to the ongoing tensions. Despite efforts by authorities to restore peace, the violence has continued, disrupting education, forcing the closure of government offices, and leading many residents to flee the area for safety.
Security personnel, including the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana Armed Forces, and the Ghana National Fire Service, were deployed to the area to contain the situation. However, they struggled to bring the flames under control, as several structures were already destroyed.
The Nkwanta Divisional Police Command has launched an investigation into the latest clash, but the exact cause of the violence remains unknown. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and refrain from any actions that could worsen the situation.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
