A/R: Dompoasehene Shot at Funeral in Obuasi; Suspect Arrested
The chief was attacked during a public funeral ceremony in Obuasi and rushed to hospital, while the suspect was swiftly arrested and handed over to the Ghana Police Service for investigation
- Nana Kwabena Ponko was shot during a public funeral ceremony in Obuasi in a suspected assassination attempt
- The wounded chief was rushed to hospital and is reported to have been stabilised
- A suspect has been arrested and handed over to the Ghana Police Service
A dramatic and terrifying scene unfolded on Saturday, November 29, 2025, when the Dompoasehene, Nana Kwabena Ponko, was shot in a suspected assassination attempt during the final funeral rites of the late mother of the Obuasi West Municipal Chief Executive, Faustilove Kannin.
The solemn ceremony, held in Obuasi, was thrown into panic when the revered traditional ruler was unexpectedly attacked moments after taking his seat at the funeral grounds.
The sudden gunfire sent mourners scrambling for safety as chaos briefly engulfed the venue.
The injured chief was swiftly transported to the Obuasi Government Hospital for emergency treatment. Although official medical updates are yet to be released, preliminary information indicates that he was stabilised upon arrival.
The community remains on edge as it awaits confirmation of his full condition.
In a rapid response, security personnel and attendees at the event managed to overpower and arrest the suspected assailant on the spot.
The suspect was immediately handed over to the Ghana Police Service and is currently in custody assisting with investigations.
The motive behind the brazen daylight attack remains unclear, deepening public concern and speculation.
Meanwhile, police have cordoned off the scene and launched a full-scale investigation as efforts intensify to unravel the circumstances surrounding the shocking assassination attempt.
Residents of the area and traditional authorities continue to express shock over the incident, with many calling for heightened security at public and ceremonial events.
