Family of 25-Year-Old Inusah Gariba Appeals to President Mahama and IGP for Justice in Alleged Land Dispute Murder
The family of 25-year-old Inusah Gariba, who was allegedly killed over a land dispute in Lugni in the Nanumba South District, has made an emotional appeal to President John Dramani Mahama and Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohunu to ensure swift justice and protection for relatives facing ongoing threats.
Inusah Gariba’s body was discovered in a decomposing state in a nearby bush several days after he went missing. According to his father, Danboka Gariba, the young man was attacked and killed in the bush by individuals believed to be connected to a long-standing land dispute in the community.
Speaking to Citi News on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Mr. Gariba described the family’s anguish and fear:
“My son was attacked and killed in the bush. We are still receiving threats from people we believe are linked to his death. We are appealing to the President and the IGP to ensure justice is served quickly and that our family is protected.”
Police from the Nanumba South District visited the scene with a medical doctor, who conducted an autopsy before releasing the body to the family for burial. The Northern Regional Police Command has confirmed that investigations into the circumstances surrounding Inusah Gariba’s death are actively ongoing.
The incident has heightened tensions in the Lugni community and renewed calls for decisive action against land-related violence, which remains a recurring source of conflict in parts of the Northern Region. Community leaders and residents have urged authorities to expedite the probe and bring those responsible to justice.
The family’s appeal to the highest levels of government and police leadership reflects the deep sense of insecurity and frustration felt by relatives in cases where threats persist after a killing. No arrests have been publicly announced as of February 25, 2026, but police have assured the public that every effort is being made to gather evidence and identify suspects.
Land disputes continue to pose significant challenges to peace and security in rural Ghana, often escalating into violence when traditional mechanisms fail or when parties resort to self-help. Civil society organisations and local NGOs have repeatedly called for stronger mediation structures, faster judicial resolution of land cases, and enhanced security presence in conflict-prone areas.
The Ghana Police Service has not yet issued a detailed update on the case, but the family’s plea has drawn attention to the need for prompt and transparent investigations in such incidents. Further developments are expected as police continue their work.
