The Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, has disclosed that investigations into the 2020 election-related violence in the Odododiodio constituency have been concluded, resulting in the prosecution of three suspects by the Attorney-General’s Department.
Addressing journalists at a press briefing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Mr. Muntaka said while the Odododiodio election recorded high voter turnout and intense political competition, it was also marred by violent incidents that claimed lives and injured several people.
He revealed that investigations could not identify those directly responsible for the deaths of Rita Otoo and Emmanuel Dompreh, but three individuals found to have fired into a crowd, injuring others, have been charged with conspiracy to commit murder and attempted murder. The suspects have been committed to stand trial at the High Court, Criminal Court 1, Accra.
Mr. Muntaka said the investigations further revealed that three incidents, leading to four deaths, were linked to armed police patrol teams, while military personnel were found responsible for three cases that resulted in three fatalities during attempts to control violent crowds.
Additionally, four other cases, resulting in five deaths, were attributed to party supporters using firearms during clashes, while two people were lynched in confrontations between rival groups.
“The investigation into one of the cases during the 2020 General Election at Odododiodio was completed. The Attorney-General is currently prosecuting three persons who are standing trial at the High Court, Criminal Division, Accra,” the Minister confirmed.
He added that 21 suspects were identified through witness statements, forensic and ballistic examinations, and crime scene reconstructions, leading to the creation of 11 new case dockets to aid prosecution.
“So far, four of the identified suspects have been arrested and granted Police Enquiry Bail to assist with further investigations and help trace their accomplices. Five others are on remand in prison custody, and warrants have been issued for the arrest of the remaining suspects,” he stated.
The Interior Minister further indicated that the Task Force investigating the violence has recommended monetary compensation for the families of those who lost their lives, adding that compensation for the injured will depend on the outcome of ongoing court proceedings.
21 suspects identified in 2020, 2024 election violence; 15 killed, 40 injured – Muntaka
