Kwahu queenmother abducted by armed men

The palace of the Paramount Chief of the Kwahu Traditional Council at Abene was attacked around 4 a.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025, by armed men reportedly dressed in police uniforms and claiming to be from National Security.

Residents say they heard gunshots inside the palace before the alleged abduction of the Kwahuhemaa, Nana Adwoa Gyemfua, who was present during the attack.

The attackers also took the Kwahuhene’s official Toyota Land Cruiser, which tracking information indicates is currently en route to Accra.

The motive behind the attack and the abduction is still unknown.

Both the Nkawkaw and Kwahu Divisional Police Commands have denied any knowledge of an operation involving personnel claiming to be from National Security.

Sources indicate that the incident has heightened fear in the community, particularly given the ongoing tensions related to the Kwahu chieftaincy disputes.

Authorities have not yet issued an official statement, but investigations are said to be underway.