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3 Bold Actions Taken by the Tamale Chief After the Goat Theft Confession
Two men caught stealing goats in Tamale have been banished from the Chogu community by the Chief following their confession and arrest. Nafiwu Bakar, a national service person with the Bole Forestry Commission, and his accomplice, Rashid Yussif, both from Damongo in the Savannah Region, were apprehended by a local vigilante task force last Friday while attempting to steal goats.
Two men caught stealing goats in Tamale have been banished from the Chogu community by the Chief following their confession and arrest. Nafiwu Bakar, a national service person with the Bole Forestry Commission, and his accomplice, Rashid Yussif, both from Damongo in the Savannah Region, were apprehended by a local vigilante task force last Friday while attempting to steal goats.
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Arrest and Banishment
The two suspects were caught red-handed and handed over to the traditional authorities instead of the police. The Chief of Chogu, along with the community elders, deliberated on the matter and swiftly decided on their punishment—banishment from the town. The decision was made in a bid to deter similar crimes and maintain the peace and safety of the community.
The Thieves’ Explanation
In their defence, Bakar and Yussif claimed they were acting on the instructions of others who had promised to pay them for the stolen goats. However, this explanation failed to sway the chiefs, who emphasised the growing notoriety of the suspects and the importance of taking a strong stance against crime.
Chief’s Warning
The Chief of Chogu reiterated that such behaviour would not be tolerated under his leadership. His primary concern was ensuring the peace and safety of the community, and the swift banishment of the thieves sent a clear message about the consequences of criminal activity in the area.
