Nkwanta: The Oti Regional Police Commander, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Alex Acquah has led a high-level security visit to Nkwanta South to reinforce vigilance, discipline, and professionalism among personnel amid recent local disturbances.
According to Ghana News Agency, the visit formed part of ongoing efforts by the Ghana Police Service to strengthen security presence and promote stability in the Nkwanta South Municipality. DCOP Acquah, accompanied by senior officers, engaged police personnel stationed in the area, urging them to remain resolute, professional, and committed to their constitutional mandate.
As part of the visit, the Regional Commander led a joint security team comprising personnel from the Police, Military, Bureau of National Investigations (BNI), and Defence Intelligence to the Zongo Community. The team paid a courtesy call on the Zongo Chief, Alhaji Issaka Kayaba, and his elders. DCOP Acquah conveyed condolences on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Mr. Christian Tetteh Yuhuno and the Police Management Board (POMAB) to the community following the deaths of three adult males in recent violent attacks.
He assured the community of the security agencies' commitment to maintaining peace and urged residents to avoid reprisals and embrace coexistence. 'We are here to assure you that the security agencies are fully committed to restoring and maintaining peace. We urged all residents to remain calm, avoid retaliation, and support efforts to ensure lasting stability,' he stated.
The Regional Commander also visited Dadaga, where he inspected the scene of a previous arson attack that claimed two lives, to assess the situation and review security arrangements on the ground. The Oti Regional Police Command reiterated its commitment to closely monitor developments and called on residents to cooperate with security agencies. DCOP Acquah cautioned the public against spreading misinformation, stressing that unverified reports could heighten tensions and undermine ongoing peace efforts.