The military were reportedly escorting ballot boxes from polling stations in areas like Tsuibleo and Agblizaa.

Upon arrival, the military officers fired warning shots into the air, causing panic among the gathered crowd.

Eyewitnesses reported that military officers, armed with rifles, exited their vehicles and fired into the air to clear the path for the convoy.

The crowd, agitated over the unexpected military presence expressed frustration and concern about the situation, especially as traditionally the police handle such tasks.

The incident has sparked concerns among onlookers, as the responsibility for escorting ballot boxes traditionally falls to the police, not the military.

Security forces are now working to restore calm in the area amid heightened tension and public unease.

According to information gathered by Adom News’ Kwasi Azor, the confrontation spiraled out of control when the police intervened to prevent the agitated crowd from attacking the chief. The situation turned violent, resulting in the shooting of three residents.

The victims include seven-year-old Nana Kwasi and 50-year-old Alex Twum, both of whom were rushed to St. Dominic Catholic Hospital in Akwatia for medical attention.

Another victim, Ofori Dominic, was treated and discharged at the Asuom Health Center.

In response to the unrest, the Krontihene of Akyem Asuom, Nana Boadi Amponim Obodade III, called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to intervene and restore calm, urging for the protection of children, the vulnerable, and properties in the area.

Meanwhile, some youth in the community spoke to the media, explaining the events leading to the violent confrontation. They have also raised concerns about ongoing tensions in the area.

There is currently a heavy military and police presence in Akyem Asuom to prevent further unrest and ensure public safety.

The incident unfolded in the upscale neighborhood of Bridle Path shortly after 2am, as a 48-year-old man was rushed to hospital after being found in the street badly injured.

It is unclear if the artist was home at the time of the shooting. A suspect fled the scene in a vehicle, and reports indicate they are still at large.

Sources told the Toronto Sun that the victim was Drake’s security guard, and witnesses said he was shot multiple times during a ‘drive-by shooting.’

It comes amid his ongoing viral feud with rival rapper Kendrick Lamar. Although officials have not indicated any early link to the shooting, Drake is said to be ‘cooperating’ with investigators.

Safohene Apagya shot his niece in the leg and caused other critical injuries to other patrons.

According to reports, he was engaging in the customary act of firing gunshots during the event, as per tradition. However, the stray bullet hit his niece in the leg, causing severe damages.

During questioning, the suspect who admitted to shooting sporadically into the air, said he was unaware of how the incident occurred.

The victim, a 40-year-old woman known as Maame, was swiftly transported to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital for medical treatment.

Meanwhile, the suspect has been arrested and is currently in custody at the Amosima Police station.

Police have assured further investigations into the matter to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that appropriate legal action is taken.

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The chieftaincy issues in Yong Dakpemyili Community in the Tamale Metropolis which date years back have claimed many lives and rendered multiple homeless.

Many residents in the city are worried about the situation but the authorities are yet to find solution to the problem.

The issue regenerated on Thursday evening when a section of chiefs tried to launch a newly designed symbol of authority for his palace.

He was, however, sabotaged by some people who attempted to use violence to stop the launching process, hence the shooting.

Speaking to Adom News, the Assembly man for the area, Abdul-Wahab Dawuda, disclosed most of the community members fled the community for their lives.

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The musician, who has lost his right arm from his elbow, revealed he was born physically fit but his life took a sharp turn just by him being at the wrong place at the wrong time.

According to him, he was heading home after 6th March parade when he was hit twice, in the arm and leg, by a stray bullet.

MP Nation recounted that the rifle was being handled by a traditional leader as part of customs for a funeral, but the gun was cocked and the trigger was accidently pulled, causing the gun to go off in his direction.

“I was just passing by with my friend and the man was shooting at the funeral grounds. But the gun was not responding so he had to step out to the roadside to cork the gun. I don’t know how his hand located the trigger all of a sudden,” he recounted.

MP Nation continued that the incident happened in a flash, and the last thing he remembered at that point was screaming on top of his voice.

According to him, the bullet blew off his hand instantly, and he woke up in the hospital with an amputated arm.

He added that he spent four months in the hospital before he was discharged.

MP Nation is, however, grateful to God that he did not lose his life in the unfortunate incident.

He revealed initially he struggled to accept reality of being disabled, but currently, his sorrow has turned into his testimony.

MP Nation rose to fame after a powerful ministration went viral, as well as his striking resemblance with gospel musician Brother Sammy.

The woman sustained gunshot injuries to her waist after armed men shot sporadically through the windows of every house after residents failed to open their doors.

According to some eyewitnesses who spoke to Adom News’ Seth Kofi Adjei, the past four days have been a living hell as their community has become a target for armed men.

Consequently, they revealed it has become a norm of locking themselves up in their rooms upon hearing the sound of gunshot.

However, the armed robbers continued terrorizing the residents and resorted to shooting the doors and windows.

The residents said they witnessed the victim being shot but could not come to her immediate rescue as they were traumatised by the incident.

The victim has, however, been transported to the Winneba Trauma Hospital.

The security guards who were hired by the church splinter group were said to have fired gunshots at another pastor’s group in a bid to take over the house of worship.

The matter, which has been settled in court, in favor of the splinter group, rose its head again when the opposing sect interrupted the church service during the night.

The Sunday Mail reports that national police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident, adding that investigations are in progress.

He also said representatives of both church factions had made counter-reports to the police.

“Police are investigating the matter. The problem started when the Chiangwa faction hired a security company (name supplied) to guard the premises in Marlborough and they found that there was another security company (name supplied) hired by the Madawo faction. The Chiangwa security guards tried to enter the premises and they were dispersed by dogs.

“After that, the Chiangwa faction’s security guards phoned their command section which deployed reinforcements. One of these reinforcements fired the shots. The case of assault was reported to Marlborough Police Station by the Chiangwa guards and the Madawo faction’s security guards also made a counter report of the shooting. This is the case the police are investigating and all is emanating from the church fights.”

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This piece is to bring to light the plight of five renowned persons in the entertainment sphere who, but for the grace of God, would have been long forgotten.

1. Angela Okorie

Nollywood actress Angela Okorie in July of this year recalled her close brush with death that occurred in 2019 when she got shot by alleged assassins. Thinking back on the day, Angela wrote on her Instagram:

Undiluted grace will never stop to exist in my home, 10 bullets were removed from my head and 2 bullets close to my eyes, God alone deserves all the glory and honour. You are God all by your self, I am a child of Grace.

Thank you, lord. Nothing in this world will ever make me ungrateful for all you’ve done in my life and family. The assassins kept on shooting for 30 minutes, No help from anywhere, No human came for our rescue Only God came for our Rescue #epaindem #protectmelord.

They wanted me damaged but God remolded me ? E come pain dem more ? see there are people you touch by mistake you die by Correction, I Dey run my race oooo make you run your race tooSooooooo No hating No discriminating No intimidating No reason to hate me ?‍ The second slide will never show I have pellets on my head but it is what it is But to the glory of God I live and even better God is God ?????? #legitqueen

2. Charles Okocha

Another Nollywood actor who survived multiple gunshots to his person is none other than actor Charles Okocha popularly known to many as Igwe 2pac.

In 2015 the actor was hit by stray bullets – five in his stomach and one on his leg, a horrible incident that could have easily ended his life. However, after an extensive surgery, doctors were able to remove all the bullets successfully and saved his life.

Taking to Instagram to share a picture of the scar, Charles Okocha wrote:

Scar right there is the sign of six bullets I had 2015 now I look at myself and have a reason to thank God.

3. Maheeda

Nigerian singer and provocateur Maheeda is another celebrity who has survived getting shot. Taking to her Instagram, Maheeda chronicled the incredible story of how she was shot and helped by a little girl. She said:

About 10 years ago when I was still living in Nigeria, I went to visit a friend of mine. Reaching his House I saw a sick girl outside on the floor helpless. I asked what’s wrong they said she is sick but no money to take her to the hospital.

I went inside the room but couldn’t stay knowing that child reminds me of me being kept outside for my body to heal itself because we had no money for hospital. So I came out gave them money and asked them to take the Child to the hospital immediately!!! . They called me that evening that the child has been admitted in the hospital as soon as they reached. They thanked me and off the phone…..

Three days latter while I was coming back from the club, I was attacked by gun men who shot at my car and a bullet hit me. The bullet went through my nose and stayed right where you can see on the scan pictures I just posted. And a big piece of glass went into my neck too as u can see on the scan pictures.. we went to 2 hospitals that night only the 3rd accept me.. they were scared I will die on them. I was bleeding like hell… I was coughing out glasses and blood which made me ask the nurses if I will make it. I’m a strong woman but for the first time in my life I asked someone if I will survive!!!!! But I did anyway????????

The next day the little girl I helped called me from her own hospital bed to tell me she prayed for me that her brother told them immediately I was shot to pray for me and she did.. that I shouldn’t worry nothing will happen to me!!! We both recovered and here I am today telling the story… so now if I say thank God for life, you will feel me better .. I am 35 years today thank God for life???? and don’t forget to be good to people, you might just be saving your own life/future!!!!

4. Pop Geezy

Upcoming Nigerian singer Pop Geezy escaped death after a police officer accidentally shot him in the chest while he was in Abuja. Taking to Instagram, Pop Geezy shared the picture with a caption that read:

Thank God for my life I was mistakenly shot by the police yesterday on my chest. Lord am grateful that I survived the bullet.

5. 2Baba

Nigerian icon 2Baba is the last celebrity on our list. The talented singer was shot a whooping 22 times and miraculously survived all 22 bullets. The incident happened on Thursday, October 4, 2007 when 2Baba along with his brother, Ifeanyi Odogwu, and friends including singer Faze where attacked by gunmen in their car.

After the horrific incident, 2Baba was rushed to Cedar Group Hospital in Festac Town where he underwent surgery to remove all 22 bullets from his body.

Wow! To be shot and still alive to tell the tale, now that is something to be incredibly thankful for.

The suspect, 20-year-old Lulu (K Foli), is said to have directed his anger at the siblings after they unsuccessfully tried to prevent him from engaging in a scuffle.

According to Kwadwo Annor, a victim, who survived the gun attack, his brother, Christian, witnessed the fight which broke out after a passerby cautioned a group of men to quit smoking and playing bet games.

Displeased by the caution, the men descended on the passerby, and that was what Christian was intervening which led to the gun attack.

It is alleged that Christian slapped the suspect, and in retaliation, he, together with thugs stormed the former’s home.

After slashing some persons with a machete, suspect Lulu is said to have aimed and shot the brothers.

Mr Annor was shot in the arm, while Christian was hit in his head.

Sub-chief of the area, speaking to Adom News, disclosed that the suspect is known for notoriety and issuing threats to residents.

He explained that suspect Lulu had once allegedly threatened an Assemblyman during traditional council meeting and also rained insults on a church group.

Meanwhile, Christian is currently battling for his life as doctors say the bullet hit a sensitive part of his head. He is under monitoring to ascertain when he will be ready for a surgery.

The gruesome incident reportedly occurred at Dabaa, a suburb of Kumasi in the Ashanti region on Sunday, August 1, 2021.

The deceased is said to have served notice of her intention to leave the husband due to physical abuse and unfair treatment being meted out to her.

However, the man, who was not pleased with her decision on several occasions, according to the family, threatened to kill his wife.

The teenager amid tears told Nhyira FM‘s Nana Awuku that all her efforts to stop her father proved futile.

She said the suspect angrily stormed the house and chased his wife around and eventually pushed her to the ground.

He then shot the woman in her ribs and chest, leading to her death.

“I begged him to stop but he refused so I had to run for my life over fears of being shot too because he was very angry.

“I wanted to save my mother but I couldn’t and I wish my uncles were around to save her,” she narrated amid tears.

The four children of the couple are currently with family members at Asuofia with the man also in Police custody.

Listen to the audio attached above:

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According to reports, the farmer, whose relationship with the victim, Melody, was frail after impregnating another girl, is said to have followed Melody to her new lover’s house.

It is said that he waited patiently and shot Melody in the breast and hand area when she exited the room after suspecting she had had sexual intercourse with her unidentified lover.

Witnesses told Adom News that the farmer fled the scene into the bush while residents tried to resuscitate Melody.

Some residents, who intended to apprehend him, were forced to take caution when he started firing what at the time they thought was warning shots.

However, he was the next day found dead in the bush at Alavanyo, Hohoe in the Volta Region, following a suspected suicide.

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He has since been buried after residents said the police failed to show up despite several calls.

Meanwhile, Asembly member for the area, who visited the victim, said doctors have assured them that she is responding to treatment.

The NPP presented figures which went contrary to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Electoral Commission’s (EC) pink sheet statistics.

Despite the anomality, the NPP insisted their figures, which were on the higher side, be used, but the official declined, leading to skirmishes.

In the course of the misunderstanding, bullets were shot into the crowd, forcing the observers to disperse in fear.

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Minister of Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, together with the District Chief Executive and incumbent Member of Parliament, Nsowah-Djan stormed the scene to restore calm.

However, the EC maintained its stance that the parliamentary candidate on the ticket of the NDC was leading in votes.

The perpetrators shot aimlessly at the crowd and parked cars and drove about in their V8 vehicle at the Step to Christ Polling Centre.

It took the screams of one of the National Democratic Congress’ party agents and another electorate, who was shot in the arm, to realise the damages caused.

The party agent, who was groaning in pain, kept repeating: “I’m dying, please hospital first; every other thing is secondary matter.”

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He held his bleeding hand and sought refuge in a dry gutter.

Police and military presence have been called to the scene to restore calm.

Watch video below: