Central tongu: Mr. Alexander Roosevelt Hotordze, the Member of Parliament for Central Tongu, and Mr. Dodzi Addison Mornyuie, the District Chief Executive, have condemned the discovery of human remains at a shrine in Mafi Gblorkope, describing the incident as a 'barbaric and inhumane act' that has shaken the conscience of the entire enclave.
According to Ghana News Agency, the officials made the remarks during a visit to the crime scene following a police-led operation that led to the exhumation of multiple human remains, including the skeletal body of a 28-year-old Nelson Anyana, believed to have been murdered for ritual purposes. Mr. Hotordze assured the people of Central Tongu that his office, in collaboration with the district assembly, would work tirelessly to ensure that every person involved in the crime is identified, apprehended, and made to face the full rigors of the law.
Mr. Hotordze stated, "This is a horrifying and deeply troubling development." He emphasized the need for swift justice to honor the memory of the victims and restore security among residents. He has tasked security services to intensify their investigations and act decisively, underscoring the importance of safeguarding the moral fabric and peace of the community.
The MP urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with security personnel, highlighting that the ongoing investigations are receiving the utmost seriousness. Mr. Addison Dodzi Mornyuie echoed this sentiment, condemning the incident as 'a stain on the conscience of the district' and an affront to human dignity and the rule of law.
Mr. Mornyuie called on traditional leaders and local residents to be vigilant and proactive in reporting suspicious activities, noting that such acts often thrived in silence and secrecy. He stated, "We must build a community where no one is afraid to speak up and where evil is not allowed to hide under cultural or religious cover."
He assured the public of the Assembly's full collaboration with security agencies to bring all perpetrators to justice, reiterating that no one would be spared regardless of social status or influence. The Assembly plans to intensify community engagement and sensitization efforts to prevent recurrence.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service and the National Intelligence Bureau confirmed to the GNA that three other suspects were in custody. Forensic investigations are underway to identify the additional remains and determine the full scale of the crimes committed. Authorities have encouraged the public to volunteer any relevant information that may assist in the ongoing probe.
