A tragic shooting in Kukpalgu, located in the Tatale-Sanguli District of the Northern Region, has left a pregnant woman dead and two others injured.

The victims were reportedly returning from a prayer meeting when unknown gunmen ambushed and opened fire on them.

Reports that the pregnant woman was hit in the stomach and died instantly. The other two victims sustained serious injuries—one was shot in the hand, while the other suffered a gunshot wound that pierced through her back and exited her chest.

They were initially treated at a herbal facility in Gbande before being transferred to the Tamale Teaching Hospital for further care.

While the motive for the attack remains unclear, suspicions among residents point to recent political tensions. Some believe the shooting may be tied to the appointment of a non-Dagomba as District Chief Executive (DCE), a decision that has sparked frustration among locals who had hoped for a native appointee.

The publication of the latest list of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) has already stirred unrest in parts of the region, with Zabzugu emerging as one of the flashpoints. This recent violence has deepened fears in the community, already shaken by past incidents.

Just three months ago, on February 20, 2025, a deadly clash between hunters and farmers in the area claimed one life and injured several others. Despite efforts by community leaders and mediators to restore calm, the latest attack has reignited anxieties.

In response, residents are calling on the District Security Committee (DISEC) and the Regional Security Council (REGSEC) to launch a thorough investigation and take concrete steps to address the root causes of the recurring violence.

Many are now pleading for a long-term solution to prevent the region from sliding further into instability.