By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei
The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of Alhaji Sofo Azorka in connection with an alleged assault on Alhaji Masawudu Osman during the Akwatia by-elections held on September 2, 2025.
According to a statement issued by the Command’s Public Affairs Unit on Friday, September 12, the suspect was picked up in Tamale on September 10, 2025, to assist with investigations.
Police say a caution statement has since been taken from Alhaji Azorka, who has been granted bail. He is, however, expected to report to the Eastern South Regional Police Command in Kyebi on September 16, 2025, at 10 a.m., where he will be arraigned before court.
The statement, signed by DSP David Fianko-Okyere, assured the public that thorough investigations were being conducted into the matter. It also appealed to the public to remain calm, as further developments will be communicated in due course.
The alleged assault, which occurred at the height of political activities in Akwatia, has drawn public concern, with calls for peace and order as the electoral process unfolds.
