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Armed men apprehended at former MCE’s residence amid clashes at Nkwanta

A joint security force has arrested a group of young men at the residence of the former Municipal Chief Executive of Nkwanta South.

A video shared by Citi FM on January 19, 2025, shows approximately six young men on the floor, surrounded by armed police and military officers.

Among the weapons allegedly retrieved from the suspects was a pump-action gun.

One of the young men appeared to be gravely injured, bleeding profusely from the head as he lay on the floor.

This arrest follows the recent exodus of approximately 200 people from Nkwanta to nearby areas like Pampawie and Ahamansu due to renewed conflict in the Nkwanta South Municipal Assembly.

The Kadjebi District has become a refuge for those fleeing the violence.

The conflict, rooted in a long-standing dispute among the Akyode, Adele, and Challa ethnic groups, has resulted in seven deaths and the destruction of eight houses and shops.

Videos on social media have shown pregnant women and other distressed residents fleeing through bushes to escape the violence.

Watch the video below:

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. In addition to his media ventures, Solomon serves as a Brand Ambassador for Alabuga, a prominent Russian industrial company, representing their interests and expansion across Africa. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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