Mesuna Adiza, who is seven months pregnant, is currently fighting for her life after her husband attacked her with a cutlass in Banda, located in the Krachi Nchumuru District of the Oti Region.

The grievously injured victim was immediately taken to the Banda Health Centre emergency room for urgent medical care.

The suspect, Ibrahim Anas, has been arrested and is now in police custody pending further investigation.

John Mpoebi Nteleye, the Assembly Member for Donwieso West Electoral Area, confirmed the tragic incident to the Ghana News Agency (GNA). The motive behind the attack remains unclear at this time.

According to the Assembly Member, Adiza sustained multiple deep cuts on her forehead, hands, mouth, shoulder, and stomach.

Godfred Atsu Kpodo, a physician assistant at Banda Health Centre, reported that the victim is currently responding to treatment after sustaining the multiple machete wounds.

The police have yet to release any additional information regarding the incident.