A statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has been destroyed in Takoradi, sparking mixed reactions across the nation. The statue, which had been erected in honor of his contributions to Ghana’s development, was reportedly found vandalized in the early hours of Saturday.
Eyewitnesses revealed that parts of the statue had been shattered, leaving it unrecognizable. Authorities are yet to determine whether the act was deliberate or accidental, but the incident has already ignited heated debates on social media.
Residents in the area expressed shock and dismay over the incident.
Others, however, see the destruction as a reflection of growing discontent with Akufo-Addo’s tenure.
This marks the second instance of the public monument has been vandalized raising concerns about the safety of such installations.
As the story unfolds, the nation waits to hear the outcome of the investigation and whether justice will be served.