Bongo DCE Joseph Abaa Akaseke dead

The District Chief Executive for Bongo in the Upper East Region, Hon Joseph Abaa Akaseke, has been reported dead.

News of his passing has sent shockwaves through his political party and the residents of the district, mynewsgh reported.

Although the exact cause of death has not been officially disclosed, reports suggest he died after a short illness.

His family has yet to issue a public statement, but social media has been flooded with tributes honouring his memory and service.

Joseph Abaa Akaseke was widely regarded as a development-oriented leader who was committed to ensuring that Bongo benefited from national resources.

In April 2025, he was nominated and confirmed later that month as the District Chief Executive for Bongo after receiving overwhelming support from assembly members.

At his confirmation ceremony held at the Bongo District Circuit Court, he secured 52 out of 54 valid votes cast and pledged to pursue open, inclusive and participatory leadership for the people of the district.