New winneba: Following violent disturbances in New Winneba that resulted in three deaths and left about 15 people injured, Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A-Plus, has warned that the community could declare the government an enemy of Gomoa if authorities fail to protect them and ensure justice.
According to Ghana Web, A-Plus expressed concern over the violence during an appearance on Asempa FM's Ekosii Sen on September 1, 2026. He called on the police to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and bring those responsible to justice. A-Plus appealed to residents to remain calm while insisting that the law must be allowed to take its course and that the authorities must provide adequate security for people in the affected communities.
The MP claimed that a group of individuals had assumed control of lands in the area and were allegedly operating as landguards, a situation he said had fuelled tensions between communities. He also revealed that efforts had previously been made to resolve the land-related disagreements before they eventually erupted into violence. A-Plus mentioned that he had petitioned the Lands Commission and the Minister of Interior over the disputed properties and subsequently received a detailed report on lands belonging to Effutu and Gomoa.
He also raised concerns about the police response to the disturbances, alleging that some residents involved in the demonstration were unarmed while officers discharged firearms. A-Plus called for the Inspector-General of Police to personally visit New Winneba and investigate the circumstances that led to the violence. He further alleged that some police officers could be benefiting from the activities of people involved in the disputed land matters, and urged authorities to investigate the claims.
The Ghana Police Service reported that it has contained the violent clashes that broke out at New Winneba in the Central Region on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. In a statement, the Police said the trouble began around 10:40 a.m. when a group of approximately 300 people allegedly armed with guns, stones, cutlasses, and sticks entered New Winneba Township. The disturbances resulted in at least three deaths, while about 15 people sustained injuries. The injured, including a police officer, were taken to the Trauma and Specialist Hospital in Winneba for medical attention.