The Eastern South Regional Police Command has confirmed the detention of Alhaji Sofo Azorka, a National Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), in relation to an alleged attack on Alhaji Masawudu Osman, the third National Vice Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), during the Akwatia by-election on September 2, 2025.
Alhaji Azorka was taken into custody in Tamale on Wednesday, September 10, as part of ongoing inquiries into the matter.
According to a police statement, he was granted bail after providing a caution statement and has been instructed to appear at the Eastern South Regional Police Command in Kyebi on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 10 a.m., where he will be formally charged in court.
“The suspect has been cautioned and released on bail to report to the Regional Command on the said date,” the statement read.
The Police further assured the public of a comprehensive investigation and appealed for calm as proceedings continue.
“We wish to assure the public that thorough investigations will be conducted into the matter. The Ghana Police Service remains resolute in maintaining law and order. We entreat all parties and the general public to remain calm as we continue with our investigations and communicate further developments in due course,” the statement added.
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