A tragic incident has occurred in Nkwanta, Oti Region, where a National Service person named Gowugade Denis was fatally shot while on his farm with his family.
The assailant remains unidentified, and as of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the crime.
Municipal Chief Executive for Nkwanta South, Bright Lenwah, expressed his sorrow over the incident and stated that authorities are actively working to reassess and modify their strategies to prevent such incidents in the area.
In a related development, reports indicate that agitated youth, previously involved in protesting the deaths of two youngsters at the office and residence of Kadjebi District Chief Executive Wilson Agbanyo, have allegedly vandalized the COCOBOD office at Papase in the Oti Region.
The vandalism includes damage to ECG meters supplying power to the facility and other lighting installations.
While the cause of the attack remains unclear, it is believed to be connected to recent protests and disturbances in the area related to the deaths of two youngsters from Yadzo.
In response to the escalating situation, military personnel have been deployed to the district to maintain law and order.