Four remanded in custody over Worawora disturbances

Four men from the Worawora area in the Oti Region of Ghana have been taken into police custody following a riot that erupted at Dwabrem on October 24, 2026. The four men - Kwame Aboagye Ahenkroa, 55; Prince Asante, 27; Daniel Wiafe, 20; and Kwabena Nsimbo, 22 - were remanded in custody on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. They are scheduled to appear in court again on November 17, 2026.

The disturbances at Dwabrem were triggered by tensions surrounding the commencement of rites for the Akwantutenten Festival. According to the Oti Regional Police Command, claims emerged that a High Court injunction had been obtained to prevent the celebration. This led to acts of violence, including burning of vehicle tyres. Police swiftly responded to the scene, extinguishing the fires and restoring order.

In an attempt to de-escalate the situation, the Oti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) convened a meeting with representatives of the families involved in the dispute on October 26, 2026. The representatives were advised to address their grievances through the appropriate legal channels and the chieftaincy dispute was emphasized to be resolved through lawful means.

Deputy Superintendent of Police John Nchor, in a statement, called on all parties to maintain calm, demonstrate restraint, and respect lawful processes in order to maintain peace in the Worawora region.