Four Catholic priests from the Capuchin Friars congregation stationed at Kpassa in the Nkwanta North District of the Oti Region were reportedly assaulted by attackers believed to be supporters of National Democratic Congress (NDC) at a fuel station in Nkwanta.
The priests, identified as Fr. Robinson Melkis, Fr. Henry Jacob, and Fr. Martin George, were allegedly attacked while en route to Chaiso in the Nkwanta South Municipality to oversee preparations for a building project.
Details of the incident
The clergy had earlier paid GH₵10,000 for equipment rentals on December 10, 2024, intended to level land for their new structure at Chaiso.
They were accompanied by the Nkwanta South Municipal Engineer and Municipal Town Planning Officer, who were also assaulted during the incident.
The victims remain in custody at the Nkwanta Police Station, despite their ordeal.
Reports indicate that false accusations about the priests’ involvement in unrelated activities have been circulating across media platforms.
NDC apology for the incident
In response to the incident, Prince Succeed Fiagadzi, the NDC Constituency Secretary for Nkwanta South, issued an apology on behalf of the party.
The statement described the event as “unfortunate” and confirmed that party representatives had visited the victims to check on their wellbeing.
Call for justice
The Catholic Diocese of Jasikan, through its Vicar General, condemned the attack and called for an impartial investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.
This incident underscores growing concerns about the safety and protection of clergy and other vulnerable groups in the region.
The Church and local authorities are urging a swift resolution to ensure peace and accountability in the community.
