Atubiga family denies GH¢500,000 debt claim, urges suspect to surrender after double shooting

The Atubiga family has refuted allegations that their brother George owed money to Christopher, the individual accused of shooting them both. In a press release, Stephen Atubiga, Irene Atubiga's brother and leader of the National Liberation Congress, stated that George and Christopher were business partners in a money-lending enterprise, with George managing the day-to-day operations.

The Atubiga family claims that financial disputes arose between the partners, particularly regarding the repayment of loans to certain clients, including some related to George and Irene.

The family revealed that they had been mediating the disagreement for approximately seven months, even offering to settle a debt owed by a relative to Christopher. However, the shooting took place during a meeting that was not authorized - George had been instructed to communicate through their representative alone. The Atubiga family also alleged that Christopher and his wife, Beatrice, intercepted George at his home early the morning of the incident and brought him to Irene's residence, where the shooting occurred.

According to the family's account, Christopher had hidden a weapon under his clothing prior to the meeting. They described the incident as premeditated, although this claim has not been independently verified. The Atubiga family is urging Christopher to surrender to the police, offering to aid in the safe delivery of police officers to his location.

They urged the media and public to verify any information before publishing statements regarding the incident, expressing gratitude to those who have offered support during this challenging time.