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Police probe Garu shooting that left four dead and five injured
The Upper East Regional Police Command has launched an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred in the Garu Township on Monday, October 20, 2025, leaving four people dead and five others injured.
According to the Command, four unidentified gunmen riding on two motorbikes opened fire on some residents near the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) office in the town.
They reportedly shot at specific individuals and fired indiscriminately, causing the fatalities and injuries.
Police officers who visited the scene retrieved several spent cartridges, which have been sent for forensic examination.
The Command indicated that the bodies of the deceased have been released to their families for burial, while the injured victims are receiving medical treatment.
Chief Inspector Abdul Rahman Sumaila of the Public Affairs Unit at the Regional Police Headquarters in Bolgatanga said investigations are ongoing to identify and arrest the perpetrators to face justice.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Diaspora Affairs Office under the Office of the President has issued new directives to guide all public engagements, particularly those related to the Diaspora Citizenship Drive and other related initiatives.
In a public notice signed by the Deputy Director, Nana Kyere Agyemang, the office cautioned that all inquiries regarding the citizenship drive must be made only through its official communication channels.
It emphasized that no third-party agents or intermediaries are recognized or authorized to act on behalf of the office.
The statement also advised the public to verify any correspondence that appears to come from the Diaspora Affairs Office before taking any action.
This, according to the office, is to safeguard the integrity of official communications and prevent the spread of misinformation.
The office further encouraged individuals to report any suspected fraudulent activity, misrepresentation, or unauthorized use of its name or credentials.
It reiterated its commitment to promoting lawful, transparent, and dignified processes for diaspora integration and return, in line with Ghana’s Diaspora Engagement Policy and the vision of President John Dramani Mahama to strengthen connections between Ghana and its global community.
The Diaspora Affairs Office expressed appreciation to the diaspora community and the general public for their cooperation in maintaining the credibility of its operations and the success of national inclusion efforts.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has conducted searches at the Trassaco residence of businessman Nana Yaw Duodu, popularly known as Dr. Sledge, and at the East Legon offices of Goldridge Company Limited.
The searches, carried out on Wednesday, formed part of ongoing investigations into suspected corruption and corruption-related offences linked to the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) gold trade programme.
According to the OSP, the operation was carried out under warrants issued by the High Court in Accra.
Nana Yaw Duodu is being investigated over transactions under the MIIF gold trade initiative, which allegedly caused a loss of 94 million dollars to the State.
During the exercise, the OSP’s Asset Recovery and Management Team seized several items, including luxury vehicles, jewellery, weapons, and documents connected to landed properties.
The OSP said the investigation is ongoing and that further actions will be taken as required by law.
By: Jacob Aggrey
