Regional News of Monday, 23 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDistrict Chief Executive of Bongo, Joseph Abaa Akaseke, has reportedly passed away following a brief illness. According to a report by graphic.com.gh, the Bongo Constituency Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Alhaji Tahiru Aberinga, confirmed the news on Monday, February 23, 2026. Grief as social media users mourn death of popular Ghanaian pastor"Akaseke reportedly died on Sunday evening, February 22, 2026, while on admission at the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital after a short illness," the report stated. He was widely regarded as a committed public servant who demonstrated a strong passion for the development of Bongo and the welfare of its people. JKB/VPOWatch the first episode of JUST TALK PODCAST: Unpacking the 'Kayamata craze' ruining lives

Source: GhanaWeb February 23, 2026 13:34 UTC