The Dambai Circuit Court has remanded four persons into police custody in connection with disturbances at Dwabrem in Worawora on October 24, 2026.

The four are Kwame Aboagye Ahenkroa, 55; Prince Asante, 27; Daniel Wiafe, 20; and Kwabena Nsimbo, 22.

They were remanded on Tuesday, October 27, and are expected to reappear before the court on November 17, 2026.

According to the Oti Regional Police Command, the disturbances involved the burning of vehicle tyres and other acts of violence amid tensions surrounding the commencement of rites for the Akwantutenten Festival.

The tensions were reportedly linked to claims that a High Court injunction had been obtained to restrain the celebration.

Police personnel deployed to the area extinguished the fire and restored order.

The development comes after the Oti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) met representatives of the disputing families on October 26.

The Council directed all parties to seek redress through the appropriate courts and Houses of Chiefs.

It also emphasised that the chieftaincy dispute must be resolved through lawful means and directed that all persons arrested in connection with the disturbances be dealt with according to law.

The Oti Regional Police Command has urged all parties to remain calm, exercise restraint and respect lawful processes to preserve peace and security in Worawora.