The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council has confirmed a shooting incident at a funeral in Obuasi on Saturday, November 29, 2025, which left Nana Okofo Kwabena Bonsu, the Adanse Dompoasehene, injured.
According to the Council, a 30-year-old suspect, identified as Nana Yaw Dankwa, discharged a firearm during the ceremony. Police officers intervened immediately and arrested the suspect, who is currently assisting with investigations.
The Council said the incident highlights the importance of the Interior Ministry’s temporary nationwide ban on the use of firearms at funerals and traditional gatherings. The directive, it noted, remains crucial to preventing injuries and ensuring peaceful community events.
The injured chief received medical treatment and has since been discharged.
The Council urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining peace and upholding the rule of law in the region.
Read the statement below:
STATEMENT ON SHOOTING INCIDENT AT OBUASI
The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council has received a briefing on an incident that occurred on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at a funeral in Obuasi, where a firearm was discharged, resulting in injuries to Nana Okofo Kwabena Bonsu, Adanse Dompoasehene. The Police intervened promptly and arrested the suspect, a 30-year-old identified as Nana Yaw Dankwa, who is currently in custody assisting with ongoing investigations.
This incident reinforces the importance of the temporary ban imposed by the Interior Ministry on the use of firearms during funerals and traditional gatherings across the country. The directive remains a vital public safety measure designed to protect lives, prevent injuries, and ensure that community events are conducted in a peaceful and dignified atmosphere. Compliance with this directive is essential for maintaining order and safeguarding the well-being of all attendees.
The victim received medical care and has been discharged home.
The public is encouraged to remain calm and cooperate with the security agencies as they undertake their duties. The Council reaffirms its commitment to preserving peace, enhancing safety, and upholding the rule of law across the region.
Dr F. Amoakohene
Regional Minister
