Four Persons Remanded Over Worawora Riot
Four persons have been remanded into police custody in connection with disturbances that occurred at Dwabrem, Worawora, in the Oti Region on 24th October, 2026.
The suspects, Kwame Aboagye Ahenkroa, 55, Prince Asante, 27, Daniel Wiafe, 20, and Kwabena Nsimba, 22, were remanded by the Dambai Circuit Court on Monday, October 27, 2026.
According to a press release from the Oti Regional Police Command signed by the Public Affairs Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police John Nchor, the four are to reappear before the court on November 17, 2026.
The release said the incident involved the burning of vehicle tyres and other acts of violence amid tensions surrounding the commencement of rites for the Akwantutenten Festival, reportedly over claims that a High Court injunction had been obtained to restrain the celebration.
Police personnel deployed to the scene extinguished the fire and restored order.
On October 26, 2026, the Oti Regional Security Council (REGSEC), at a meeting with representatives of the disputing families, directed all parties to seek redress through the appropriate courts and Houses of Chiefs.
The Council emphasised that the chieftaincy dispute must be resolved through lawful means and directed that all persons arrested in connection with the disturbances be dealt with in accordance with the law.
Meanwhile, the Oti Regional Police Command has urged all parties to remain calm, exercise restraint and respect lawful processes to preserve peace and security in Worawora.
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