Source: Nana Achiaa Aboagye
Police in Nkwanta in the Oti Region have arrested two suspects following the interception of a large quantity of ammunition in two separate intelligence-led operations.
According to a statement issued by the Oti Regional Police Headquarters on May 17, 2026, the first operation involved the interception of a 66-seater MGI bus with registration number AS 248-P at a security checkpoint in Nkwanta.
A search conducted on the vehicle uncovered 750 live J/G cartridges concealed in a black polythene bag containing three brown boxes, each loaded with 250 rounds of ammunition.
Police identified one of the suspects as 53-year-old Hudu Mahama, who was serving as the driver’s mate on the bus. During preliminary interrogation, he reportedly admitted ownership of the ammunition.
In a separate operation conducted the same day, a joint Police and Military team recovered a box containing 125 AA cartridges and 125 BB cartridges after it allegedly fell from a suspect’s motorbike during a chase.
According to the statement, the rider escaped with another box of ammunition.
However, subsequent investigations led to the arrest of a second suspect identified as 57-year-old Christian Kwasi Alonise.
Police say both suspects remain in custody and are assisting with ongoing investigations, while efforts are underway to retrieve the missing ammunition and arrest the fleeing rider.
The Joint Security team has also reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining peace and security in the area.
