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Wa West MP calls for calm, impartial probe into suspect’s death

From Ghanaian Times · () English

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  • A Ghanaian lawmaker is calling for a thorough and impartial investigation into the death of a suspect in police custody.
  • The suspect, Abu Tijani, died after being arrested in connection with a protracted community conflict that has claimed lives and destroyed property.
  • The lawmaker urged transparency to maintain public confidence and appealed for fair prosecution of all cases arising from the conflict.

Peter Lanchene Toobu, the Member of Parliament for Wa West, has demanded a comprehensive and impartial inquiry into the death of Abu Tijani, also known as “master one,” who reportedly died while in police custody. The incident has sparked public concern, and Toobu stressed the importance of transparency to uphold public trust.

crime is individualistic and not communal.

— Peter Lanchene ToobuThe MP stressed that justice must be served without fear or favour.

Abu Tijani was declared wanted in connection with the ongoing Lassia Tuolu-Kendeu conflict and was arrested on July 25, 2026. Toobu stated that the investigation must adhere to Ghanaian law. He also urged the Attorney-General's office to ensure the fair, impartial, and swift prosecution of all related cases, emphasizing that justice should be served without bias, as individual actions, not communal ones, constitute crime.

The conflict, which began on June 15, 2024, has resulted in three deaths, numerous injuries, and property destruction, disrupting the peace between the two communities. Security agencies have since restored calm, and a mediation process led by the Upper West Regional Minister is underway. However, the process faced a setback when two young men from Bakpateng were murdered in Kendeu on November 23, 2025. Police arrested 10 suspects, nine of whom were granted bail, while Tijani remained in custody.

poverty, disease, unemployment, deprivation and illiteracy remained the real enemies confronting the area.

— Peter Lanchene ToobuThe MP expressed condolences to families who had lost relatives in the conflict and highlighted the area's true challenges.

Toobu visited Wechiau to assess the security situation, meeting with local leaders and inspecting a house burned during the disturbances. He extended condolences to the bereaved families and highlighted that poverty, disease, unemployment, and illiteracy are the true enemies of the region. He urged residents to avoid spreading unverified information and inflammatory comments, warning that rumors could escalate tensions. The MP called for a return to dialogue and reconciliation to achieve lasting peace.

lasting peace could only be achieved through dialogue, compromise and reconciliation.

— Peter Lanchene ToobuThe MP appealed to the factions involved in the conflict to return to the mediation table.
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