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Fifteen individuals have been arrested following a sporadic shooting incident at the Ho Central Mosque earlier today, Friday, December 26.
Read also: Seven hospitalised after gunshots disrupt jummah prayers in Ho
The incident disrupted morning jummah prayers, prompting a swift response from security forces who took the suspects into custody. At least seven Muslims were injured and are receiving treatment at various hospitals in Ho, the Volta regional capital.
Myjoyonline understands that the suspects are currently under the custody of the regional police command in Ho.
Eyewitnesses say the incident occurred at about 9:00 a.m. when a newly installed Chief Imam arrived at the Ho Central Mosque to lead the day’s prayers.
MyJoyOnline understands that the violence erupted when supporters of Alhaji Alfa Anas clashed with some armed men, who allegedly provided security for the newly installed Chief Imam to the mosque.
For more than a decade, two factions, led by Alhaji Alfa Anas and the newly installed Imam, have been locked in a dispute over who the legitimate regional chief Imam is.
Friday’s clashes add to a series of violent incidents that have occurred in recent times.
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