Kwahu Mpraeso:A funeral held for 14-year-old Keziah Mirekua in Kwahu Mpraeso Amanfrom, Eastern Region, turned tumultuous when clashes broke out among attendees. Keziah had passed away after allegedly setting herself ablaze and was laid to rest on Saturday, October 17, 2026, with many family members, friends, and sympathizers in attendance.
According to Ghana Web, the funeral was disrupted by altercations between some family members and mourners. The incident resulted in injuries, though the number of people injured and the extent of their injuries have not been disclosed.
Keziah Mirekua, who was a final-year student at Mpraeso Amanfrom Junior High School, reportedly had a troubled final period of her life. Her grandmother, Christiana Nkansah, mentioned that the family had been made aware of a possible link between the tragic incident and pregnancy allegations involving a young man who allegedly refused to accept responsibility. Keziah is said to have shared some information while receiving medical care, but the exact details and circumstances remain unclear.