Oti: Two remanded over murder of 39-year-old woman after GH¢19,000 debt dispute

Two men have been remanded into prison custody over the alleged murder of 39-year-old Rejoice Sena Akpaku in the Oti Region.

The Dambai Magistrate Court remanded Isaac Sekyi, 36, and Reindolf Sekeni, 45, alias Okeley, on November 12, following investigations into the death of the woman whose body was discovered in a bush near Adumadum.

The suspects are expected to reappear before the court on December 2, 2026.

Police investigations indicate that Akpaku travelled from Somanya in the Eastern Region to Dormabin on October 28 to recover GH¢19,000 allegedly owed to her by Sekyi.

She reportedly failed to return after the trip, prompting investigations that eventually led to Sekyi’s arrest on November 10.

The Ghana Police Service said Sekyi confessed to the murder on November 11 and implicated Sekeni as an alleged accomplice.

“On 11/11/2026, Isaac confessed to the murder and implicated Reindolf Sekeni as an accomplice,” the police said.

Sekyi subsequently led investigators to the location where Akpaku’s body was found, while the deceased’s sibling assisted in identifying the body.

A stick allegedly used in the attack was also recovered as an exhibit.

Three other persons arrested in connection with the case have been granted police enquiry bail to assist with investigations.

The Ghana Police Service has assured the public that the case will be handled professionally and in accordance with due process.