Unidentified individuals have allegedly broken into the office of Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the outgoing Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, stealing several items and causing substantial damage.
The break-in occurred around 1:17 PM on Monday, December 9, 2024. Stolen items include an undisclosed amount of cash, a branded Nissan Hardbody vehicle, a television, printer, two stabilizers, mobile phones, food supplies, and three brand-new motorbikes.
The perpetrators also vandalized CCTV cameras, barbed wire, and the office door.
Authorities have not confirmed whether the break-in is linked to the unrest following the 2024 general elections. In Damongo, angry youth burned the Electoral Commission office in protest of delays in announcing the results.
The Ghana Police Service reported the arrest of 89 individuals on election-related offenses, including 40 suspects directly involved in vandalism, looting, and property destruction. The Police have assured that those responsible will face prosecution, with court proceedings expected soon.
Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, a prominent member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Minister of Communications, lost her parliamentary seat in the elections. Rev. Kweku Addo of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) secured victory with 31,866 votes, defeating Owusu-Ekuful’s 26,575 votes.
Authorities have called for calm and urged the public to refrain from unlawful actions as the nation moves toward a peaceful transition. The Police continue to maintain heightened security measures to restore order and protect public safety.
