Techiman Police raid NPP Bono East Regional Chairman’s house; alleged shoot and kill his brother

A tragic incident unfolded in Techiman on Thursday night, July 31, 2025, when police officers reportedly raided the private residence of the Bono East Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ibrahim Baba Bukari, resulting in the death of his younger brother.

According to reports, Seidu Bakari, aged 36, was shot and killed during the raid, which occurred around 10:00 p.m. at Chairman Bukari’s home.

The circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear, and the police have not yet provided an official explanation for the operation.

Chairman Ibrahim Baba Bukari confirmed the incident in an interview, stating that Seidu Bakari was inside the house with two other people when the police stormed the premises.

He claims his brother was shot without any provocation.

“This was an unprovoked attack. Seidu was in the house with two others when the police came. I still don’t understand why they would carry out such an operation at my residence,” Chairman Bukari said.

The Bono East NPP Chairman suspects the raid was politically motivated and believes he may have been the actual target. He expressed deep fears for his own safety following the incident.

“I strongly suspect foul play and political machinations behind this. I fear for my life because if they can do this to my brother inside my own house, then my life is equally in danger,” he added.

Family members and residents have called on the Ghana Police Service to provide immediate clarity on the reasons for the raid and the fatal shooting.

The police are yet to comment publicly on the incident or respond to the allegations made by the Regional Chairman.

Residents of the area have also expressed shock at the news, demanding that authorities come clear on the circumstances that led to the fatal shooting.

The body of Seidu Bakari has since been deposited at the morgue.