40-year-old fisherman drowns in Volta river in Adidome

A 40-year-old fisherman and diver, Lotsu Godson, has drowned in the Volta River at Adidome in the Volta Region. His body was discovered floating on the river on Monday, after his family had been searching for him for three days.

Mr. Guggisberg Fiagbenu, the Assembly Member of Adidome Central, who is also the brother of the deceased, confirmed to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that the deceased was healthy and had no medical conditions that could have led to his drowning in the river.

He said the family had been searching for the deceased everywhere after his sudden disappearance from home until his body was found afloat.

“The police were notified, and the body was removed and taken to the morgue, but the experts there indicated that it was necessary we bury him as soon as possible,” he noted.

He lamented that the incident had left the family and many of his friends in a state of shock.

“Our brother is an experienced fisherman and diver. He can dive and be underwater for many minutes. So, we’re all shocked, but there’s nothing to do now. He’s gone,” Guggisberg sobbed.

The Assembly Member, however, cautioned the fisherfolk in the area to be careful in their daily activities on the river to avert similar possible future occurrences.

According to the Adidome Police, no foul play was suspected from their assessment.

After receiving clearance from the Adidome Magistrate Court, the family buried the mortal remains of the deceased on Monday night.