New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful and former Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has recounted a harrowing incident in which he nearly lost his life while on official duty, describing it as one of the biggest personal sacrifices he has made for the party and the erstwhile Akufo-Addo administration.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, the Bosomtwe MP said the incident occurred after he travelled to Bolgatanga for a programme on the implementation of Free Senior High School (SHS) as a Deputy Education Minister—an event that eventually did not take place.
On his return journey to Kumasi, Dr. Adutwum explained, his vehicle came under attack near Buipe.
“A group of armed, masked men suddenly emerged and opened fire on the vehicle,” he said. He credited his survival to the swift reaction of his driver, whom he described as “very tactful,” noting that quick manoeuvring enabled them to escape the attackers.
Dr. Adutwum added that after driving a short distance, the tyres went flat, further highlighting the danger they had faced. The police later indicated that the attack was unusual, as no government vehicle had reportedly been targeted in that manner at the time.
He stressed that the incident left senior government officials alarmed when they saw the damaged vehicle.
“When Yaw Osafo-Maafo and then National Security Minister Albert Kan-Dapaah inspected the car and observed the bullet marks, they were shocked and thanked God for my survival,” he said.
Dr. Adutwum also noted that the police have been unable to reach a conclusive investigation on the case, with James Oppong-Boanuh serving as Inspector-General of Police at the time.
With the NPP presidential primaries approaching on January 31, Dr. Adutwum said the experience underscores his dedication and commitment to both the party and the country.
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