The District Chief Executive (DCE) of Ahafo Ano South West in the Ashanti Region, Abubakar Sedik, has died. Local authorities confirmed his passing, though the exact circumstances remain unclear. Sedik was last seen attending a stakeholder engagement meeting with the Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Minister on Sunday evening, 20 September. The district has since been informed of his death, and further details are yet to be released. His passing marks a significant loss for local leadership, as he played a key role in regional governance. Officials are currently assessing the next steps in managing district affairs during this period of mourning.