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Tension has gripped the Awutu Kwashie Abbey community in the Awutu Senya West District of the Central Region after four soldiers and two national security operatives were arrested by the Bawjiase District Police Command for allegedly attempting to install a rival chief.
According to police reports, the arrests were made following intelligence that a group was secretly trying to enstool a new chief despite the presence of a gazetted traditional ruler, Nai Kwashie Abbey VII.
The police intervention reportedly triggered chaos when supporters of the incumbent chief stormed the Bawjiase Police Station, demanding the immediate release of the detained officers. The agitated crowd threatened to resort to violence if the suspects were not freed.
The standoff escalated until a military vehicle, with registration number 52 GA 62, arrived at the station with reinforcements to secure the release of the arrested soldiers.
Members of the local Asafo group, loyal to Nai Kwashie Abbey VII, condemned the alleged attempt to install a rival chief and accused the security personnel of meddling in traditional affairs.
Speaking on behalf of the group, Asafo Supi Nipa-Nka urged the military and national security agencies to desist from interfering in chieftaincy matters, warning that such actions could destabilize the community.
“The military and national security must stay away from chieftaincy issues. Their involvement will only inflame tensions and endanger peace in the area,” he cautioned.
While calm has since been restored, residents report that the situation remains tense, with fears that renewed clashes could erupt if the matter is not resolved swiftly by the police and traditional authorities.
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