Tragedy Struck the Lawra Municipality and the Upper West Region after the loss of Municipal Chief Executive of the Area, Alhaji Muazu in June 2025.

The Upper West Regional Minister, Lawyer Charles Lwanga Puozuing has been Acting in the Absence of an MCE.

Hon. Muaza died on the morning of Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

Upon the death of a District Chief Executive (DCE), the District Assembly’s Chief Director or the Municipal Director (MMDCD) oversees daily administration, ensuring administrative continuity until a new DCE is appointed by the President.

Alhaji Adams Muaza was appointed as the MCE for Lawra on 5th April 2025 and confirmed on 22nd April 2025 with “33 yes votes” but unfortunately, had not fully taken office due to health issues.

His passing has sent shockwaves throughout the community, coming barely two weeks after a devastating incident where seven students drowned in the Black Volta at Dikpe.

The Lawra Constituency Chairman of the NDC, Joshua Lotaa, confirmed the passing of the MCE at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra and announced that plans are underway to transport the body to Lawra.

It’s worth noting that Alhaji Adams Muaza had a background in the NDC, having been appointed as the Deputy Constituency Communications Officer in 2017. His dedication to public service was evident in his roles within the party.

Source: Upper West Media App