Bus in Otumfuo’s convoy attacked in Techiman

A bus in the convoy of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II was attacked on its return journey from a funeral at Nkransa in the Bono East Region. The incident occurred on Monday evening in Techiman, where residents allegedly pelted the vehicle with stones, causing significant damage and creating a tense atmosphere.

Details of the Attack

The convoy was returning to Kumasi after Otumfuo attended the final rites of the Late Nkransamanhemaa in Nkransa. As it passed through Techiman, reports indicate that a group of irate residents gathered along the route and began hurling objects at one of the buses in the convoy.

Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as stones hit the vehicle, shattering its windows. Few passengers in the bus were reported to be affected by the incident, but the incident has sparked widespread concern.

The motive behind the attack remains unclear, but some sources suggest it may be linked to long-standing tensions between certain groups in the Bono East and Ashanti Regions. Others believe it could have been a random act of provocation by disgruntled individuals.

This attack has reignited discussions about inter-regional relations and the need to foster harmony among various ethnic and traditional groups in Ghana. Civic leaders have called for dialogue to address underlying grievances and prevent future clashes.

As the investigation unfolds, Ghanaians are watching closely for developments, hoping for swift action to maintain peace and respect among the country’s diverse communities.