Bongo NHIA Director Killed in Ambush Amid Escalating Bawku Conflict
In a tragic escalation of the ongoing Bawku conflict, Mohammed Seidu Akugri, the Bongo District Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), was ambushed and killed near Nangodi, a community close to Bolgatanga in Ghana's Upper East Region. His body was subsequently set ablaze by the assailants. Incident Details On May 19, 2025, Mr. Akugri was traveling near Nangodi when unknown attackers ambushed him. He was shot and killed, and his body was set on fire before the perpetrators fled the scene. Political Reactions The gruesome killing has drawn widespread condemnation. Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, described the act as "dastardly" and called for swift justice. He urged law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate and apprehend the perpetrators. Broader Implications The murder of a high-ranking public official underscores the deteriorating security situation in the region. The […]