Oti Police Arrest Two Over Illegal Firearms and Ammunition

The arrest followed intelligence received by the Oti Regional Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) on February 7, 2026, indicating that a Kia Rhino truck with registration number GS 4677–17 had been loaded with boxes of ammunition and was en route to Kpandai.

The information was promptly relayed to the Regional PID Director, ASP Maxwell Osafo-Adamu, who deployed an intelligence team to monitor and intercept the vehicle.

On February 8, 2026, at about 3:30 p.m., the team laid an ambush and successfully intercepted the Kia Rhino.

A thorough search of the vehicle revealed one locally manufactured single-barrel shotgun and 21 boxes containing a total of 525 rounds of Lion AAA and BB ammunition.

The items were concealed among building materials in an apparent attempt to evade detection.
The driver of the vehicle, identified as Abubakari Salam Atta, and his mate, Kabuja Kwadwo Tademe, were arrested at the scene. According to the police, the two suspects claimed ownership of the firearm and ammunition retrieved from the vehicle.

Both suspects are currently in police custody to assist with ongoing investigations and are expected to be processed for court in accordance with the law.

The police have reiterated their commitment to combating the illegal possession and trafficking of firearms and ammunition, noting that such activities pose a serious threat to public safety and national security.

The Command has also appealed to the public to continue providing timely information to support police efforts in maintaining peace and security in the region.

Photographs of the suspects and the retrieved exhibits have been secured as part of the investigation.