Curfew: Police Arrest 21 Persons At Nkwanta

Police have reportedly arrested 21 persons at Nkwanta in the Oti Region for breaching curfew rules.

On Tuesday, November 21, 2023, the Interior Minister, Ambrose Dery imposed a dawn-to-dusk curfew on Nkwanta and its environs following violent clashes in the area resulting in the death of at least twelve people.

Reports indicate that another person was shot dead and four others sustained gunshot injuries in renewed clashes in the area on Tuesday.

The four were among some 25 head-porters who were attacked by unknown assailants who were loading a truck with bags of gari in Odomi Challa.

The Nkwanta curfew continues and it is aimed at restoring calm in the area.

Source: Ghmessenger.com