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  • No NDC demonstrator was injured by our officers during ‘Enough is Enough’ demo – Police

    No NDC demonstrator was injured by our officers during ‘Enough is Enough’ demo – Police

    The Ghana Police Service has refuted claims that its officers injured any demonstrators during the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) nationwide ‘Enough is Enough’ demonstration.

    In a statement issued, the police firmly denied reports of a shooting incident at the Kumasi office of the Electoral Commission (EC), clarifying that no protestor had sustained injuries.

    “There has been no shooting incident at the Kumasi office of the Electoral Commission and no demonstrator has been injured by the Police,” the statement emphasized. The police explained that while some demonstrators attempted to breach an agreed-upon arrangement by forcibly entering the EC’s Kumasi office compound, officers took necessary actions to restrain them. The police also urged the media to report responsibly and avoid spreading false information that could mislead the public.

    The NDC’s ‘Enough is Enough’ demonstration, which has been unfolding across the country, saw tensions rise in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Region. Protestors clashed with police officers, leading to the arrest of one individual. Protestors reportedly forced their way into the Electoral Commission office in Kumasi, damaging property, including the destruction of some doors.

    Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NDC, who was part of the protest, claimed to have been slapped by a police officer during the scuffle. However, the police have yet to address this allegation directly.

    Ahead of the demonstration, the Ghana Police Service had issued clear guidelines for the protestors, urging them to adhere to designated routes and timelines to ensure a peaceful demonstration. The police assured the public of their commitment to maintaining law and order during the nationwide protest.

    To this end, law enforcement officers have taken up strategic positions across the country, particularly in high-traffic areas such as Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, where a human barricade has been set up to control the crowds and ensure public safety.

    The ongoing protest by the NDC is part of the party’s demand for a forensic audit of the 2024 voters’ register. The opposition party insists that such an audit is necessary to ensure transparency and fairness in the upcoming general elections. As the protest continues, the party’s leadership, including Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande, has urged demonstrators to conduct themselves responsibly. “The NDC will not tolerate any disruptive behavior during the protests,” Gbande warned.

    The ‘Enough is Enough’ demonstration has sparked widespread activity across the country, with protestors calling for reforms within the electoral system, particularly with regards to the voters’ register.

  • Scenes at Kwame Nkrumah Circle as NDC readies for ‘Enough is Enough’ demo

    Scenes at Kwame Nkrumah Circle as NDC readies for ‘Enough is Enough’ demo

    The National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) ‘Enough is Enough’ demonstration is underway, with protesters calling for a forensic audit of the 2024 voters’ register.

    To ensure public safety and maintain order, police officers have taken strategic positions across the country, particularly in Accra’s Kwame Nkrumah Circle, where what appears to be a human barricade has been established.

    The Ghana Police Service has issued guidelines for the nationwide protest, emphasizing the importance of adhering to designated routes and timelines.

    The police have assured the public of their commitment to maintaining a peaceful environment during the demonstration.

    Also, the Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has issued a stern warning to participants in the party’s nationwide demonstration.

    He emphasised that the NDC will not tolerate any disruptive behaviour during the protests.

  • 4 arrested for attack during Homowo festival at Oyarifa

    4 arrested for attack during Homowo festival at Oyarifa

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested four suspects in connection with a violent attack that resulted in injuries to three persons at Oyarifa, a suburb of Accra.

    The suspects, Latif Bako, Ebenezer Ewuzie, Stephen Owusu and Ebenezer Adjei, along with others, on Saturday, 7th September 2024, attacked and inflicted machete wounds on the victims during a Homowo festival at Oyarifa.

    The victims together with suspect Ebenezer Adjei who also sustained injuries, are currently receiving medical attention.

    Suspects Latif Bako, Stephen Owusu and Ebenezer Ewuzi are in custody assisting Police investigation, while efforts are underway to get the other accomplices currently at large arrested to face justice.

  • Police arrest fan for vandalism at Baba Yara Stadium in Ghana vs Angola game

    Police arrest fan for vandalism at Baba Yara Stadium in Ghana vs Angola game

    Chaos erupted at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Thursday evening after Ghana’s 1-0 loss to Angola in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group F qualifier.

    A section of angry Ghanaian fans stormed the pitch following Angola’s dramatic 93rd-minute winner, hurling plastic bottles and other objects onto the field.

    In the wake of the defeat, the frustrated crowd turned destructive, kicking over almost all the pitch panels installed at the stadium. The situation spiraled out of control before police intervened, managing to arrest one fan in connection with the vandalism. However, by the time the arrest was made, the damage to the stadium had already been done.

    This latest incident of fan misconduct is expected to bring a heavy sanction from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), adding to the series of penalties Ghana has faced for similar disturbances during high-profile matches.

    In January 2024, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) was slapped with a $15,000 fine by CAF after fans breached security protocol during an AFCON group stage match against Cape Verde. In an earlier case from November 2019, Ghana was fined $10,000 following a pitch invasion during an AFCON 2021 qualifier against South Africa at Cape Coast Stadium.

    With Thursday’s events, Ghana risks further sanctions, potentially impacting future games at the Baba Yara Stadium. The GFA has yet to comment on the incident or any potential steps to address the behavior of fans at the stadium.

    Ghana’s defeat to Angola has left the Black Stars with much work to do in their quest for AFCON qualification, but the focus now shifts to potential repercussions from the violence that marred the end of the match.

  • Ghana Police Service’s communication style not illegal – IGP defends

    Ghana Police Service’s communication style not illegal – IGP defends

    Inspector General of the Ghana Police Service, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, has firmly defended the current centralized communication strategy adopted by the police, dismissing appeals for its reversal. 

    The centralized approach has faced criticism from various stakeholders in the media, who argue that it hinders the timely and effective dissemination of information.

    During his address at JoyNews’ event focused on media protection and freedom on August 30, Dr. Dampare emphasized that the Police Service’s communication practices are fully compliant with the law. He acknowledged the concerns raised but reiterated that the centralized system is not in violation of any legal provisions.

    “At least no one has said the police has breached any law. We are within the law in all our actions,” Dr. Dampare stated. He further noted the importance of addressing the issue in a constructive manner, saying, “All these concerns are appeals, and with appeals, how they are made is how we receive them.”

    The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has been vocal in its opposition to the centralized communication mechanism. In a 2022 statement signed by its President, Albert Dwumfour, the GJA urged the Police Administration to reconsider its stance, citing potential risks such as speculation, misinformation, and disinformation. 

    Dwumfour reiterated these concerns at the event, expressing disappointment that despite previous assurances, the Police have not revisited their decision.

    “We raised the issue again and received assurances that the matter would be considered. To date, we have received no positive response. We are once again urging the Ghana Police to decentralize information, thereby facilitating easier access to it,” Dwumfour asserted.

    Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure also weighed in on the matter, warning that the slow dissemination of information under the centralized system could lead to the spread of fake news.

    “If we have to go to the Police headquarters to get that information, the fake news would spread, and by the time the national headquarters comes out with the truth, nobody may really remember what happened,” Azure cautioned.

    Addressing earlier discussions on the subject, Dr. Dampare explained that the previous decentralized communication approach had become problematic for the service. He highlighted issues such as the release of incomplete or inaccurate information, which, in his view, was damaging the service’s reputation and creating public disaffection. 

    The decision to centralize communication was therefore taken after extensive consultations with regional commanders and Public Relations officers across the service.

  • Police nab man caught vandalizing ‘Big Six’ monument at Airport

    Police nab man caught vandalizing ‘Big Six’ monument at Airport

    The Ghana Police Service has apprehended a man identified as Newwel Gavu for vandalizing the ‘Big Six’ monument and several signposts located at the Airport roundabout in Accra.

    The arrest took place on August 31, 2024, following swift action by both the public and Airport security personnel.

    Gavu is currently in police custody and is expected to face legal proceedings in accordance with the law. The police have assured the public that the suspect will be processed through the legal system promptly.

    In a statement, the Ghana Police Service commended the vigilance of both members of the public and Airport security, whose quick response was instrumental in the suspect’s arrest. The police expressed their appreciation, noting that such collaboration is crucial in maintaining law and order.

  • 3 nabbed by Police for robbery at East Legon

    3 nabbed by Police for robbery at East Legon

    The Ghana Police Service has apprehended three individuals in connection with a robbery incident that occurred at East Legon in Accra on August 18, 2024.

    The arrests were made through a series of intelligence-led, coordinated operations.

    The suspects, identified as Isaac Brena Eshun, Peter Amuzu, and Ibrahim Mohammed, were captured at different locations across the country. Eshun and Amuzu were arrested in Accra on August 21 and August 23, respectively, while Mohammed was apprehended in Tamale on August 24, 2024.

    During the operation, the police recovered several exhibits, including two iPhones, a Mercedes-Benz C180, and three additional vehicles suspected to have been obtained through illegal activities.

    Preliminary investigations have revealed that the suspects are part of a broader criminal syndicate involved in the robbery and sale of stolen vehicles across Ghana. All three suspects are currently in police custody and are assisting with further investigations.

  • Police arrest man for possession of device suspected to be EC’s

    Police arrest man for possession of device suspected to be EC’s

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested a man identified as Yaw Koranteng in Nsawam, located in the Eastern Region, for allegedly possessing a device suspected to belong to the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana.

    Mr Koranteng is currently in police custody, assisting authorities with their ongoing investigations, according to the Police.

    The arrest came to light following a press release issued on August 23, 2024, detailing the circumstances surrounding the situation.

    The police, after apprehending the suspect, informed the Electoral Commission of the incident and invited them to confirm whether the device in question is indeed their property.

    In their statement, the police expressed gratitude for the public’s role in assisting with the arrest.

    “As the investigation into this incident continues, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all stakeholders for their continuous support to ensure security, law and order during this election period and beyond,” the police said.

  • Police arrest 2 students for lynching spiritualist at  Twifo Praso

    Police arrest 2 students for lynching spiritualist at  Twifo Praso

    Two students from Twifo Praso Senior High School have been arrested by the police for allegedly mobilizing their colleagues to lynch a spiritualist, identified as Abdul Latif.

    The violent incident occurred on the evening of Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Twifo Praso in the Central Region, after Latif accused one of the students of stealing a mobile phone.

    According to reports, a junior student’s phone had gone missing, prompting the students to seek the help of Abdul Latif, a local spiritualist, to identify the culprit.

    After performing his spiritual investigations, Latif accused one of the senior students of being responsible for the theft.

    Enraged by the accusation, the student reportedly rallied a group of around 10 of his colleagues to ambush Abdul Latif. They severely beat him until he died. After the attack, the group dragged Latif’s body into a nearby bush and attempted to conceal it by covering it with weeds.

    The police, upon discovering the body, retrieved it and transported it to the Twifo Praso Government Hospital Mortuary, where it is awaiting autopsy. The two students suspected of leading the mob attack are now in police custody, facing charges related to the lynching.

    Graphic Online’s Central Regional correspondent, Shirley Asiedu Addo, is said to have reported that the incident has sparked outrage among some youth in Twifo Praso, who planned to storm the school in retaliation for Latif’s death.

    However, swift intervention by the police averted further violence. Reinforcement teams from the Central North Regional Police Command were deployed to the area to maintain order and ensure peace.

    The father of the deceased, Yaw Nkrumah, disclosed that this was not the first time his son had been targeted by students from the school. He revealed that Latif had been attacked twice before by students following the initial phone incident but had managed to escape without harm. Sadly, the third attack resulted in his death.

  • There is no militia training happening at Bawku – Police

    There is no militia training happening at Bawku – Police

    The Ghana Police Service has entreated the public to disregard reports suggesting that some militiamen are being trained at Bawku in the Upper East Region.

    In a post on its Facebook platform, the Service noted that its outfit carried out an investigation after receiving reports of such alleged actions.

    Following its probe, the Police indicated that “our investigation has found no evidence of such training in the area or its environs.”

    The Police are presently on a manhunt for the individual(s) responsible for the misinformation that caused a section of the general public unrest.

    “The Police are working to bring the perpetrators to book and the public should be assured that we will get them,” its statement noted.

    According to the Service, this is the second of such false publications within a week by some unpatriotic individuals intended to create unnecessary alarm and panic among the public.

    Earlier this month, a joint inter-security agencies patrol initiative was launched in Bawku to help restore lasting peace and security in the area.

    This followed clashes involving personnel of the various security services in Bawku, Paga and Kulungugu and some residents.

  • Police officer turns himself in after killing a civilian in Accra

    Police officer turns himself in after killing a civilian in Accra

    A police officer with the International Relations Directorate (IRD), Smith Gyekyi, has voluntarily surrendered to the Amasaman Police Station after fatally shooting a 25-year-old man at Koans Estate in Accra.

    The incident, which occurred around 3:00 am on Sunday, has left the community shaken.

    Gyekyi was operating a commercial Matiz vehicle with registration number GW 6459-21 when he picked up a passenger, Esther Owusua, from Ablekuma Joma, who was heading to Koans Estate. Upon arrival, Owusua lost her way and called Stanley Ahadzi, the deceased, for assistance.

    When Ahadzi reached the estate gate, a disagreement reportedly broke out over the fare charged by Gyekyi. The argument escalated, and Gyekyi allegedly drew his firearm and shot Ahadzi multiple times without provocation.

    Crime scene investigators responded to the distress call and found Ahadzi lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds, his body covered in blood. His remains were subsequently transported to the Police Hospital morgue, where an autopsy will be conducted.

    Gyekyi has since been detained, and his service pistol seized as investigations continue. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, visited Ahadzi’s family on Sunday, August 18, assuring them that justice will be served.

  • Minority, Police to finalise details on #OccupyBoG demo

    Minority, Police to finalise details on #OccupyBoG demo

    The Minority in Parliament is set to meet with the Ghana Police Service in preparation for a second #OccupyBoG demonstration, aimed at demanding the resignation of the Bank of Ghana’s Governor and his deputies.

    The planned protest, scheduled to take place in the coming weeks, has prompted the Minority to engage with law enforcement to ensure a peaceful and orderly event.

    In a formal petition submitted on Monday, August 12, Minority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson emphasized the importance of maintaining the same peaceful conduct as during the previous #OccupyBoG protest. The Minority is seeking the cooperation of the police to guarantee the safety of all participants.

    Dr. Forson highlighted that the protest is a direct response to what he described as the “gross mismanagement” of Ghana’s economy under the current leadership of the Bank of Ghana. He reiterated calls for accountability and transparency, insisting on the immediate resignation of the central bank’s officials, who he believes are undermining public confidence in the financial system.

    To avoid any disruptions to public order, the Minority has requested an early meeting with the police to discuss the modalities of the demonstration and agree on a suitable date.

    “In view of the foregoing, the Minority kindly requests a meeting with the Police at a venue and time of your choice, to consider the modalities for our demonstration against the Governor of the Bank of Ghana and his deputies,” the letter stated.

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  • How a young man was beaten, robbed by police officers at Jubilee House

    How a young man was beaten, robbed by police officers at Jubilee House

    A young man named Emmanuel has come forward with shocking allegations against police officers, claiming he was beaten and robbed near Jubilee House in Accra.

    “I was on an okada moving from Accra when I got to Flagstaff House and was stopped by some police officers on new motorcycles,” Emmanuel recounted. He disembarked from the motorcycle when the driver sped off, prompting the officers to chase the rider unsuccessfully.

    The officers then turned their attention to Emmanuel, arresting him despite his protests of being only a passenger. “They told me to keep quiet, and out of nowhere, one of the officers slapped me. After that, they cuffed my hands,” he said.

    Emmanuel detailed a harrowing experience, stating that the officers took him to an undisclosed location where they beat him severely and even shocked him with an electric device. They then demanded his mobile money code, threatening his life in the process.

    “They took the money I had on me, GHC120. They kept threatening me, and I gave them the code. They transferred GHC3,750 from my phone.”

    The situation escalated when one officer suggested they shoot him after obtaining the money.

    “The one with the gun is an Ewe man, so I started engaging him in our dialect. He convinced the other officer to let me go, and they abandoned me in an unfamiliar area,” Emmanuel revealed.

    After finding his way home, Emmanuel decided to lodge a formal complaint at the Adenta Police Station but was directed to the Cantonment Police Station instead.

    There, he was informed that the mobile money account used for the transfer was linked to a police officer. However, the officers refused to let him see the suspect’s face.

    Emmanuel expressed frustration, noting that it has been three weeks since the incident and no arrests have been made despite the ongoing investigation.

  • Military, police unite to fight Bawku crimes

    Military, police unite to fight Bawku crimes

    A new joint Military and Police Patrol team has been initiated to address the increasing crime rates in Bawku and its surrounding areas.

    The official ceremony took place on August 1, 2024, at the forecourt of the Bawku Divisional Police Headquarters.

    Colonel Appah Yaw Owusu, the Joint Task Force Commander for Bawku, emphasized the need for unity among security forces to effectively tackle the emerging crimes in the region.

    He urged the military and police to work cohesively to restore and maintain peace.

    Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Raymond Adofiem, representing the Upper East Regional Security Council (REGSEC), echoed this sentiment. He highlighted the importance of a united front among the security services to consolidate the progress made in improving security in Bawku and its environs.

    The ceremony concluded with a symbolic joint patrol through the main streets of Bawku, involving the military, police, and other security agencies. The event was attended by heads and representatives of all security services.

    The ongoing conflict in Bawku, driven by ethnic and chieftaincy disputes, has resulted in numerous casualties and significant instability.

    Various stakeholders, including government bodies, traditional leaders, and civil society organizations, have been engaged in efforts to resolve the crisis, though the situation remains fragile.

    In a related development, Mahama Ayariga, Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, has accused National Security Minister Albert Kan Dapaah of receiving GH¢18 million quarterly to manage the ongoing conflict in Bawku. The National Security Minister has yet to respond to these allegations.

  • Nigerians fight police amid ‘chaotic’ 10-day protest against bad governance

    Nigerians fight police amid ‘chaotic’ 10-day protest against bad governance

    A tense standoff has erupted at the Kurudu Axis in Abuja, where enraged youths have blocked the road with burning tires, halting traffic and disrupting daily activities.

    The protesters are demanding attention to their grievances, while the police are struggling to restore order amid the chaos.

    Despite the police’s efforts to engage in dialogue and disperse the crowd using tear gas, the situation remains volatile. The confrontation has intensified, with traffic brought to a complete standstill and safety concerns mounting.

    In addition to blocking the road, some protesters have started looting nearby stores, further escalating the unrest.

    The hashtag #EndbadGovernanceinNigeria has gained traction online, with many Nigerians expressing support for the movement amid soaring food inflation at 40 percent and fuel prices that have tripled following recent reforms introduced by President Tinubu.

    Markets across Nigeria have seen residents stockpiling food and essentials in anticipation of potential violence as the protests continue. The use of tear gas by the police has exacerbated tensions, and it remains uncertain how the situation will be resolved as both sides remain at an impasse.

  • Lawyer sues Police, AG over Akufo-Addo’s Deputy IGP appointment

    Lawyer sues Police, AG over Akufo-Addo’s Deputy IGP appointment

    A private lawyer has challenged the Attorney General (AG) and the Ghana Police Service (GPS) regarding the appointment of a Deputy Inspector General of Police (IGP).

    Mr Justice Abdulai argues that the selection of COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno is unconstitutional.

    He presented this argument in a legal document dated July 30, 2024.

    On July 17, President Akufo-Addo appointed Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno to the role of Deputy IGP, overseeing operations.

    But the lawyer is praying the court to restrain COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno “from acting or purporting to act as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of operations.”

    “A further order restraining the Inspector General of Police or any command under him from accepting, relating to and/or issuing instructions or commands to COP Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno in his assumed capacity as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in Charge of Operation.”

    The Jubilee House stated that the appointment was made based on the recommendations of the Police Council during its meeting today, which highlighted COP Yohuno’s outstanding qualifications and commitment to his role.

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    The statement characterized the Commissioner as a distinguished law enforcement professional with a career exceeding thirty years and significant experience in pivotal roles within the Service.

  • Police officer reportedly shoots driver’s mate without any provocation at Danchira

    Police officer reportedly shoots driver’s mate without any provocation at Danchira

    A driver’s mate is in critical condition following an alleged shooting by a police officer at a checkpoint in Danchira, located in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region.

    The incident took place when Corporal Franklin Forson reportedly fired at the victim without any provocation at a Police snap checkpoint opposite the Danchira police station.

    Isaac Okyere, the driver of a Kia truck with registration number GE 9643, witnessed the event. He recounted being stopped at the checkpoint on Saturday evening after delivering electrometers to an ECG subcontracted company in Oblogo, Weija Gbawe Municipality.

    After responding to questions from a Community Police Assistant, Okyere began to drive away when Corporal Forson unexpectedly fired into the truck’s empty bucket.

    The bullets from the assault rifle penetrated the cabin, severely injuring the driver’s mate. The injured individual was then rushed to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital for treatment.

    A traumatized Okyere is now demanding an independent inquiry and justice for the victim. While senior officers at the Danchira Police station have not officially commented, sources suggest the incident is being treated as an accident. The officer who fired the shot has been instructed to cover the victim’s medical expenses.

    The Police Intelligence and Professional Standards Bureau (PIPS) is currently investigating the matter.

  • Police officer shoots ‘trotro’ mate at Danchira checkpoint

    Police officer shoots ‘trotro’ mate at Danchira checkpoint

    A bus conductor is in critical condition after being shot by a police officer at Danchira in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region.

    The incident occurred at a police checkpoint opposite the Danchira police station, where Corporal Franklin Forson reportedly shot the victim without provocation.

    Isaac Okyere, the driver of a Kia truck with registration GE 9643 W, recounted the alarming event to the media.

    According to Okyere, he was stopped at the checkpoint on Saturday evening after delivering electrometers to an ECG subcontracted company in Oblogo, Weija Gbawe Municipality.

    After responding to questions from a community police assistant, Okyere began to drive off when Corporal Forson unexpectedly fired into the empty bucket of the truck.

    The bullets from the assault rifle penetrated the truck’s cabin, striking the driver’s mate. The injured mate was rushed to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital for urgent medical attention.

    Distressed by the incident, the driver is calling for an independent inquiry and justice for his wounded mate. While senior officers at the Danchira police station have not commented officially, sources indicate that the incident is being treated as an accident, with the shooting officer responsible for covering the victim’s medical expenses.

    However, Okyere alleges that he has faced harassment and arrest following the shooting. Additional information reveals that Okyere physically assaulted a senior police officer who attempted to record a verbal dispute between him and a policewoman from the station.

    The case is currently under investigation by the Police Intelligence and Professional Standards Bureau (PIPS).

    In the wake of the shooting, residents of the Danchira area are demanding a comprehensive investigation into the local police’s activities, citing allegations of bribery, extortion, and the protection of criminals, including land guards.

  • Police arrest heavily armed men threatening citizens, seize multiple charms and amulets

    Police arrest heavily armed men threatening citizens, seize multiple charms and amulets

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested a group of men notorious for their claims of possessing supernatural powers and threatening those who doubted them.

    The men, who had gained notoriety through their audacious declarations, were captured on camera during their apprehension, with the footage quickly going viral online.

    The men had been noticed by a section of the public, boasting about their alleged mystical abilities and daring security services to catch them if they could.

    Their actions had stirred significant public concern and curiosity, leading to a heightened interest in their activities.

    The viral video, which documents the arrest, shows police officers removing some ornaments believed to be charms from one of the men, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.

    The video has attracted widespread attention on social media, with many users expressing relief and satisfaction at the police’s intervention.

    The police have not yet provided detailed information on the specific charges the men may face.

    However, their arrest is viewed as a positive step towards curbing similar incidents of intimidation and maintaining public order.

  • Police run to court to file injunction to block Gen-Z demo

    Police run to court to file injunction to block Gen-Z demo

    The Ghana Police Service has requested a court injunction to halt the Gen-Z demonstration slated for July 31 to August 6, 2024, which aims to mobilize over 2 million young people in Accra.

    The planned seven-day protest is set to address significant economic challenges facing the youth, including issues like drug addiction, risky migrations, and recruitment into extremist groups. Additionally, protesters plan to challenge the government’s heavy taxation policies, such as the contentious betting tax, COVID-19 tax, sanitation tax, and increased data charges.

    The demonstration also seeks to voice strong opposition to perceived corruption and nepotism within the current administration.

    The court is expected to review the injunction request on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.

    In response to the injunction, the protest organizers have vowed to uphold their right to demonstrate, referencing constitutional protections for freedom of assembly. They are inspired by recent large-scale youth protests in Kenya that led to significant policy shifts by the President.

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  • Police clash with Domeabra residents; gunshots fired

    Police clash with Domeabra residents; gunshots fired

    Police from the Greater Accra Region reportedly used live ammunition to disperse a crowd in the Domeabra community over land dispute, according to reports.

    The confrontation erupted when law enforcement and alleged land guards arrived in the area to carry out an eviction operation.

    Tensions rose as residents of Domeabra and Danchira clashed with the police and the land guards. The group was attempting to remove the residents from a contested piece of land, which has been the center of a heated dispute.

    According to reports from Adom News, a local named Asare is asserting ownership over a substantial portion of both Danchira and Domeabra.

    The situation became volatile when the community’s youth obstructed the road, preventing the police and land guards from leaving. In response to the escalating unrest, police officers reportedly fired live bullets into the air to break up the gathering.

    Community leader Nii Supi Ashaley, known as Supi of Domeabra, asserted that Asare’s claim extends over both the Danchira and Domeabra communities without a legal court order. Supi Ashaley has appealed to the government to take action against what he describes as an unlawful eviction.

    Assemblyman Ebenezer Ahotor of the Danchira Electoral Area has condemned the police’s use of force and urged the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to intervene. Ahotor’s call aims to prevent further violence and potential bloodshed in the area.

  • Man found lifeless in Koforidua, Police begin investigation

    Man found lifeless in Koforidua, Police begin investigation

    The Effiduase Police Command in the New Juaben North Municipality has launched an investigation into the death of a 28-year-old man, Ibrahim Ahmed, whose body was discovered early Tuesday morning at Pipeline, a suburb of Koforidua.

    The lifeless body of Ahmed was found by passersby who promptly alerted personnel from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO). Subsequently, NADMO officials contacted the Effiduase Police Command to initiate the investigation.

    Upon arrival at the scene, police officers documented the site, taking photographs and collecting forensic evidence. They also engaged with local residents to gather any information that could shed light on the circumstances surrounding Ahmed’s death.

    Kankam Twumasi Daniel, the New Juaben North Deputy Municipal Director of NADMO, confirmed the incident, stating that the victim’s body has been moved to St. Joseph Hospital for a post-mortem examination.

    “In the early hours of Tuesday, we received a call from Pipeline within the New Juaben North Municipality, specifically Asokore. We had to call the Effiduase Police Command to collaborate with them to move to the scene,” Daniel said.

    “Upon arrival, we saw the lifeless body of a young man named Ibrahim Ahmed. The circumstances leading to his death are not yet determined. Police officers are continuing their investigation, and the body has been transported to the St. Joseph mortuary for autopsy. Family members have been identified and have come to assist the team.”

  • 3 individuals in police grips over theft of persons a week-old baby

    3 individuals in police grips over theft of persons a week-old baby

    The Kasoa Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service has apprehended three individuals accused of abducting a baby less than a week old.

    The suspects—Magdalene Nana Adwoa Boafo, 28; Faustina Binney, 32; and Eunice Koomson, 36, a teacher—reportedly took the baby from its mother, Ms. Abigail Addison, 29, under the false claim that the infant had an infection requiring specialist treatment.

    Ms. Addison recounted that Adwoa Boafo, the primary suspect, approached her when she was eight months pregnant, offering financial assistance.

    Boafo later introduced Binney and Koomson as her helpers, and they moved Ms. Addison from Ofaakor-Jei River to a rented apartment in Lamptey, a suburb of Adam Nana in Kasoa, where they continued their support until she gave birth at the Kasoa Polyclinic on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

    Following the birth, the suspects, alleging that the baby had an infection, presented another woman as a medical professional from Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, who supposedly took the baby for treatment at the facility.

    A few days later, the suspects told Ms. Addison that her baby had died; however, she disputed this claim and reported the situation to the police.

    Deputy Superintendent of Police Mrs. Doris Laryea, Commander of the Kasoa DOVVSU, led a team that arrested Adwoa Boafo, who initially claimed the baby was deceased but later confessed during intense questioning that the baby was still alive.

    Adwoa Boafo then guided the police to Gbawe, where the baby was found alive.

    All three suspects are scheduled to appear in court on Monday, July 22.

  • Video: 320 homes for the Police to be commissioned on Tuesday

    Video: 320 homes for the Police to be commissioned on Tuesday

    President Akufo-Addo will on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 commission 320 new homes for the Ghana Police Service.

    This information was relayed by the Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah, in a post on X platform on July 21, 2024.

    The event will be held at Tesano in Accra. The facility includes a multipurpose sports facility, a kindergarten. Dignitaries to be present include Interior Minister Henry Quartey.

  • Police greenlight Minority’s second demo against BoG leadership

    Police greenlight Minority’s second demo against BoG leadership

    The Ghana Police Service has approved the Minority caucus in Parliament’s second protest, scheduled for July 30, aimed at demanding the removal of the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Ernest Addison, and his two deputies from office.

    The approval follows productive discussions between the police and Bawku Central MP, Mahama Ayariga. In a letter dated Wednesday, July 17, the police urged the organizers to ensure that the protest does not disturb public peace.

    The NDC MPs argue that the governor, who they claim oversaw significant mismanagement at the Central Bank, should be replaced with a more competent individual. They point to a GH¢60.81 billion loss recorded by the Bank in the 2022 fiscal year and the allocation of over $250 million for constructing a new headquarters as evidence of poor management.

    On October 3, 2023, members of the caucus organized a protest calling for the resignation of the governor and his deputies.

    The protesters gathered at the Obra Spot at Kwame Nkrumah Circle and marched through several key locations, including Adabraka, Ridge Roundabout, and the High Court Complex Traffic Light, before ending at Independence Square. However, their attempt to present a petition to the governor was thwarted when he did not meet them personally, sending his head of security instead.

    The initial protest was deemed unsuccessful, prompting the Minority caucus to plan a new protest date, which took nearly a year to finalize.

    During this period, Bawku Central MP Mahama Ayariga filed a Right to Information Act (RTI) request to the BoG, seeking detailed information on the combined losses of approximately GH¢70 billion reported in BoG’s financial statements for 2022 and 2023, as well as the over GH¢250 million spent on the new head office and a clinic under construction.

    The central bank stated that this information was available to the public.

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  • Ghana has witnessed significant transformation of the Police under Akufo-Addo’s govt – Bawumia

    Ghana has witnessed significant transformation of the Police under Akufo-Addo’s govt – Bawumia

    Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has lauded the substantial advancements in the Ghana Police Service under the leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo.

    Speaking at the commissioning of the Ghana Police Service Shop on July 17, Dr. Bawumia praised the transformative initiatives spearheaded by Inspector-General of Police Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, which have markedly improved public safety and enhanced the relationship between the Police Service and the community.

    Dr. Bawumia highlighted that the reforms introduced by Dr. Dampare and his management team have led to significant improvements in policing and community engagement. He expressed pride in the achievements of the Police Service, which have made a tangible impact on national security and public trust.

    “The people of Ghana have witnessed a remarkable transformation in the Police Service under this administration,” Dr. Bawumia remarked.

    He noted several key improvements, including the facelift of the National Police Headquarters, the expansion and decentralisation of the Formed Police Unit (FPU) to all 25 Police Regions, increased police visibility, and the decentralisation of police background checks. A

    dditionally, active community and stakeholder engagements have brought policing closer to the people, alongside enhanced intelligence operations, uniform uniformity, and the Snatch Them Young Policing Initiative aimed at school children.

    Dr. Bawumia commended the IGP, the Police Management Board, and all officers for their efforts under the Police transformation agenda. He urged them to continue their excellent work, especially as Ghana prepares for the general elections on December 7th.

    The commissioning of the Police Service Shop, a new facility at the Police Headquarters, marks another step towards enhancing the operational efficiency and professionalism of the Ghana Police Service. The shop provides officers with additional uniform items and institutional souvenirs, supporting both their daily duties and official events.

    This initiative is part of a broader effort to ensure that the Police Service remains responsive, accountable, and operationally effective, reflecting the government’s commitment to transforming national security.

  • Nahinso Chief determined to complete unauthorized road works amid arrest

    Nahinso Chief determined to complete unauthorized road works amid arrest

    The Chief of Nahinso, Nana Addo Boaman, was arrested by officials of the Asokwa Municipal Assembly for initiating road works without official permission.

    The arrest, which occurred over the weekend, followed Nana Boaman’s attempts to address long-standing road issues in the area, which have caused significant flooding despite numerous appeals from residents and motorists.

    Nana Boaman took it upon himself to fill pits and repair the road to alleviate the difficulties faced by the community. Residents of Nahinso, which borders the Bosomtwi District and Oforikrom Municipality, have for years decried the poor road conditions exacerbated by abandoned construction works after drains were built.

    These pits, allegedly resulting from sand-winning activities, frequently cause flooding, making movement difficult and impacting nearby homes.

    In an interview, Nana Boaman expressed his frustration with the authorities’ inaction.

    His initiative to repair the road came after failed attempts to get authorities to address the problem.

    However, the Asokwa Municipal Assembly officials halted the chief’s efforts, citing the lack of official permission. Nana Boaman was subsequently arrested by the Asokwa District Command police but was granted bail over the weekend.

    The Assembly maintains that the chief did not follow the proper procedures before commencing the road works.

    Despite his arrest and the threats he faces, Nana Boaman remains resolute.

  • There is no ongoing recruitment exercise – Police

    There is no ongoing recruitment exercise – Police

    The Ghana Police Service has issued a statement refuting claims made by Hon. Peter Toobu, Member of Parliament for Wa West, regarding an ongoing recruitment exercise at the National Police Training School.

    According to the Police Service, there has been no commencement of any recruitment exercise of this nature.

    In a Facebook post, the Ghana Police Service clarified that no such recruitment initiative has been initiated, despite assertions suggesting otherwise by Hon. Peter Toobu.

    The statement emphasized that the Police Service has not made any public announcements regarding recruitment at this time.

    Stakeholders and the public are encouraged to rely on official communications from the Ghana Police Service regarding any future recruitment exercises.

  • Suspects arrested for Ayawaso West Wuogon NPP office attack rises to 7

    Suspects arrested for Ayawaso West Wuogon NPP office attack rises to 7

    The police have announced the arrest of six more suspects in connection with the violent attack and destruction of properties at the Ayawaso West Wuogon NPP office on Sunday, July 7.

    This incident had escalated tensions within the community, prompting swift intervention by authorities to restore order.

    Initially, one suspect was arrested and seven others were declared wanted by the police. In a press statement issued on Thursday, July 11, the police confirmed that six out of the seven wanted suspects have now been apprehended.

    The individuals arrested are Alhaji Issah Kamara, Theophilus Kodzo Bedzra, Abdulai Victoria Naematu Nadolie, Hope Adzrah, Francis Agbessi Funu, and Christian Biakuse. They are currently in police custody and are cooperating with the ongoing investigation.

    The police assured the public that they are continuing their efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects involved in the incident.

    Authorities have called for calm and urged the public to assist with any information that could lead to the arrest of the remaining suspect.

    The attack on the NPP office had caused significant concern among residents.

  • Woman in police grips for allegedly assaulting 9-year-old nephew in Accra

    Woman in police grips for allegedly assaulting 9-year-old nephew in Accra

    Woman apprehended for purportedly physically attacking her 9-year-old nephew, Nhyira Ohene Owiredu, under her supervision in Adenta, Accra.

    The boy sustained injuries to his back and head, sparking community concern and indignation.

    Per reports, Nhyira relocated from his mother’s residence in Kasoa to stay with his aunt during the holiday break.

    Initially, the aunt informed the family that Nhyira enjoyed residing with her, mentioning that she had enrolled him in a new school and arranged private lessons.

    However, the reality was different.

    Reports suggest that the aunt exploited the boy for her personal tasks and turned to abuse when Nhyira failed to meet her expectations.

    The abusive circumstances were exposed when vigilant residents observed Nhyira’s condition and notified the Adenta Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service.

    Prompt action by residents and DOVVSU resulted in the aunt’s arrest.

    The child is currently under DOVVSU custody while awaiting the parents’ formal complaint and the return of their son.

  • NDC MPs give Police notice of #OccupyBoGProtest slated for July 30

    NDC MPs give Police notice of #OccupyBoGProtest slated for July 30

    The Minority caucus in Parliament has formally notified the Ghana Police Service of their intention to stage a demonstration demanding the resignation of Dr. Ernest Addison, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), along with his two deputies.

    Mahama Ayariga, Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, conveyed this notification through a letter to the Greater Accra Regional Police command.

    In his correspondence, Mr. Ayariga emphasized the caucus’s strong stance on not only seeking the resignation of the Governor and his deputies but also advocating for the removal of all current members of the BoG’s board.

    The protest is slated for Tuesday, July 30, 2024, commencing at 8 am and concluding by 6 pm in Accra, specifically within the Greater Accra Region.

    Participants will gather at Obra Spot, located at Kwame Nkrumah Circle, and will march through Adabraka towards Kingsway, ultimately ending their demonstration at the frontage of the Bank of Ghana headquarters.

    A key issue driving the Minority caucus’s action is the ongoing construction of the BoG’s new head office in North Ridge, which has sparked considerable concern within the caucus. This has prompted them to organize a peaceful assembly and protest to voice their dissent.

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  • Police pick up suspect for attack on Ayawaso West Wuogon NPP office

    Police pick up suspect for attack on Ayawaso West Wuogon NPP office

    The Ghana Police Service has released new information on its investigations into the recent attack on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) office in Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency.

    In a statement released on Monday, July 8th, the police confirmed that Judith Trisy, a suspect, is currently in custody and is cooperating with ongoing investigations into the incident.

    “The Ghana Police Service has arrested suspect Judith Trisy, identified as one of the people who attacked the Ayawaso West Wuogon office of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) on 7th July 2024,” the statement read.

    The police further assured the public that efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining individuals involved in the attack. They reiterated their commitment to ensuring that all perpetrators are brought to justice swiftly.

    “We want to assure the public that we are taking this matter very seriously. The perpetrators will be found and brought to justice. Acts of violence and destruction of property will not be tolerated,” the police statement emphasized.

    The attack, which occurred on Sunday, saw significant damage to property, including two vehicles, at the NPP office. The motive behind the attack remains unclear as investigations continue.

    The Ghana Police Service continues to urge anyone with information regarding the attack or the whereabouts of other suspects to come forward and assist with investigations.

  • More Ghanaians losing trust in Courts, Police, EC – Afrobarometer Reports

    More Ghanaians losing trust in Courts, Police, EC – Afrobarometer Reports

    The latest Afrobarometer survey has unveiled a stark decline in public trust in Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC), courts, and police, painting a troubling picture for these pivotal institutions.

    The data, spanning from 1999 to 2022, reveals a dramatic erosion of confidence that poses significant concerns for the country’s democratic process and rule of law.

    Once a beacon of trust, the Electoral Commission has witnessed a precipitous drop in public confidence. In 1999, the EC enjoyed a commendable trust rating of 63%.

    This figure surged to an impressive 75% in 2005. However, the latest data from 2022 shows that only 33% of Ghanaians now have faith in the EC. This sharp decline reflects growing public skepticism about the commission’s ability to conduct free and fair elections.

    The courts have not been immune to this trend. In 1999, 58% of respondents expressed confidence in the judiciary, and this number rose slightly to 62% by 2005. Yet, by 2022, trust in the judicial system had plummeted to a mere 36%. This significant decline indicates a deepening distrust in the courts’ ability to deliver justice impartially and effectively.

    The police force, often the most visible arm of law enforcement, has also experienced a severe drop in public trust. In 1999, trust in the police stood at 49%, climbing to 64% in 2005.

    However, by 2022, only 28% of Ghanaians expressed confidence in the police. This decline persists despite the efforts of IGP George Akufo Dampare to enhance the police’s image and effectiveness.

    Historical Trust Levels

    • Electoral Commission (EC)
    • 1999: 63%
    • 2005: 75%
    • 2022: 33%

    The Courts

    • 1999: 58%
    • 2005: 62%
    • 2022: 36%

    The Police

    • 1999: 49%
    • 2005: 64%
    • 2022: 28%

    The Afrobarometer data underscores an urgent need for reforms across these institutions. Restoring public trust will require significant efforts to increase transparency, accountability, and performance.

    For the EC, ensuring transparent electoral processes and addressing public concerns head-on will be crucial. The judiciary must work towards greater impartiality and efficiency, while the police need to rebuild their relationship with the public through consistent and fair law enforcement.

  • Police in Western Region arrests 6 for burning 60-year-old to death

    Police in Western Region arrests 6 for burning 60-year-old to death

    The Ahanta West Municipal Police Command in the Western Region has apprehended six individuals on suspicion of murdering 60-year-old Isaac Ansah.

    Reports indicate that the victim was allegedly set on fire in Achonwa, a community where he had resided for more than two years.

    The arrests came after a disturbing incident on Thursday, June 27, 2024, when a mob acted based on allegations made by a local fetish priest.

    According to the priest, Ansah had purportedly provided the names of 14 community members for sacrificial killing.

    Mr. Frank Eshun, Ansah’s nephew, informed the media that the suspects include prominent community figures such as Nana Ojandi, the Caretaker Chief, Godfred Cudjoe, the Assemblyman, the Fetish Priest, the Chief Fisherman, and two others.

    Violence erupted following an unsuccessful meeting between Ansah and the village elders. Enraged youth from the community seized Ansah, bound him, pelted him with stones, and ultimately burned him alive using car tires and gasoline.

    Eshun expressed the family’s devastation over the loss and called for justice.

    He shared that the sight of animals scavenging on his uncle’s remains has deeply disturbed him.

    Isaac Ansah’s body has been transferred to the morgue for an autopsy.

    Despite their grief, the family hopes for a peaceful final resting place for their beloved relative.

  • Family alleges foul play in teen’s death in police custody

    Family alleges foul play in teen’s death in police custody

    The family of 18-year-old Jagiri Mborilen suspects foul play in his death while in police custody in Chamba, within the Nanumba North Municipality of the Northern Region.

    Jagiri’s elder brother, Ganiw Abass, shared that he visited Jagiri around 8 o’clock in the morning and assured him that the family was working on his bail. Later, he was shocked to receive a call informing him that his brother had committed suicide.

    “It is strange that in just a matter of hours, someone who was okay had passed. I was called this afternoon after visiting my brother earlier this morning, only to be told he had committed suicide. I asked how he got the rope in the cells to commit suicide. He was sitting on the ground with the rope hanging around his neck,” Mr. Abass said.

    When asked to convey the body, Mr. Abass informed the police that he was not the family head and could not make such a decision without consulting the family elders.

    “I told them I am not the head of the family and cannot take any decision unless I inform the elders and the assemblyman, which I later did,” he explained.

    The body was subsequently moved to Bimbilla for examination and then handed over to the family for burial. Mr. Abass insisted, “They sent the body to Bimbilla and later gave it to the family for burial, but I won’t agree. This matter has to be investigated.”

    Background

    Jagiri Mborilen was accused of theft by a woman who allegedly consulted a soothsayer, who named Jagiri as the thief. Jagiri’s elder brother, Ganiw, was asked to bring him to the soothsayer’s shrine, which he did.

    When the soothsayer accused Jagiri of the theft, he denied it, but the soothsayer insisted on his guilt.

    The matter was then taken to the police station, where Jagiri was detained. The police later claimed that Jagiri had admitted to the theft, and the family was told they would need to repay the stolen money.

    Mr. Abass stated that he had discussed repayment arrangements with the woman who accused Jagiri, suspecting that his brother might have been coerced into confessing at the police station. “We suspect they did something to him at the police station to force him to admit he stole the money, but we even agreed to pay the money,” he added.

    After discussing bail arrangements with his brother, Mr. Abass was devastated to learn of Jagiri’s death. The body is currently with the family after being brought from Bimbilla by the police.

  • Police, group forcefully evict residents at Ashongman – Report

    Police, group forcefully evict residents at Ashongman – Report

    A resident at Ashongman has shed light on what appears to be an injustice being meted out to some Ghanaians by persons in authority.

    It is alleged that a group of influential individuals accompanied by individuals believed to be Police officers are evicting some individuals from their homes.

    This was revealed by a victim who noted that some residents have had their properties including money confiscated and their homes being taken over.

    Videos of the individuals accused of this act have surfaced on social media. The affected parties are calling on authorities to come to their aid.

  • Two police inspectors slapped with a 5-year prison term over secessionist activities

    Two police inspectors slapped with a 5-year prison term over secessionist activities

    Accra High Court has sentenced two Police Inspectors to a combined total of nine years in prison for their involvement with the Western Togo Restoration Front (WTRF), a secessionist and banned organization in Ghana.

    Billy Akuaku, who financially supported another group called the Homeland Study Group Foundation (HSGF), received a five-year prison sentence and a GH¢6,000 fine. Failure to pay the fine would result in an additional five months in prison for Akuaku.

    Gabriel Dorduno, also a financial contributor to the HSGF, was sentenced to four years in prison and fined GH¢3,600. If Dorduno did not pay the fine, he would serve an extra three months in prison.

    His sentence was given in absentia.

    These sentences were issued after Judge Mary Yanzuh found both men guilty at the conclusion of their trial. The charges included membership in banned organizations, namely the WTRF and HSGF, and making contributions to these groups.

    Akuaku faced an additional charge for accepting financial contributions from members of the Homeland Study Group Foundation’s Jasikan Branch.

    The court justified the harsh sentences, stating that as members of the security service, the defendants should have protected the Ghana Police Service and the country rather than leaking information.

    The prosecution argued that based on intelligence gathered by the National Security Council, an operation was conducted to identify and arrest WTRF members.

    These members had blocked the highway in Juapong and Sogakope and set fire to two STC vehicles on September 25, 2022.

    The prosecution said that during investigations into the activities of the banned organization, the investigation team discovered a WhatsApp group platform with the “SEC ADMI”, a group created by high-ranking members of the organization to discuss security-related issues. .

    In addition, the prosecution told the court that further investigation revealed that some members of the group were security personnel, including those charged here.

    The prosecution said the now-convicted accused were also found to be members of the two WhatsApp platforms of the Homeland Study Group Foundation (HSGF), namely “Psalm 21” and “HSGF”.

    According to the prosecution, Akuaku was arrested on March 7, 2021, and taken to his residence in Adzogekope. During the search of his room, the investigation team discovered eight WTRF membership cards, one of which was issued in his name.

    Additionally, they found a notebook containing financial records of members from the Jasikan branch of WTRF, along with a list of executive members titled “Upper Lake-Oti Provincial Executive Committee”.

    On the same day, the investigation team proceeded to Dordonu’s residence, where they found a WTRF membership card, a notebook labeled “Funeral Contribution”, and a mobile phone.

    Subsequently, the station officer informed Dordonu to appear before the Director of the Intelligence Unit at the CID headquarters. Dordonu complied on April 8, 2021, and was subsequently arrested.

    During interrogation, Akuaku admitted to being a member of HSGF. In Dordonu’s case, he acknowledged ownership of the notebook found in his room but denied possession of the WTRF membership card.

    The prosecution detailed that according to the notebook labeled “HSGF JAS BRANCH” found in Akuaku’s room, he had made monthly contributions of GH¢10 each for September and October to HSGF.

    Furthermore, it was revealed that Akuaku had contributed GH¢150, while Dordonu had contributed GH¢100 to HSGF.

  • Police probe destruction of a structure at Pusiga involving youth

    Police probe destruction of a structure at Pusiga involving youth

    The Ghana Police Service is currently investigating the destruction of a structure in Pusiga, located in the Upper East Region, which occurred on Saturday, June 22, 2024.

    Contrary to initial reports suggesting that the destruction resulted from political rivalry, the police clarified that it was due to a misunderstanding between the youth and certain community leaders.

    “Police investigation, including engagement with some authorities in the community, suggests that the destruction of the structure is not due to political rivalry as claimed in the viral video but rather, it was as a result of a misunderstanding between the youth and some elders of the community.”

    The police cautioned the public against disinformation, reassuring that they are working with stakeholders in the community to resolve the matter.

    “The Police would therefore like to caution the public against disinformation which has the tendency to cause fear and panic.”

    In a statement, the police added that they are collaborating with all stakeholders in the community to resolve the issue. Efforts are also underway to apprehend the perpetrators behind the destruction and disinformation to face justice.

  • ‘Sleeping driver’ crashes Policeman to death at Gomoa Mpota checkpoint

    ‘Sleeping driver’ crashes Policeman to death at Gomoa Mpota checkpoint

    A tragic incident occurred at the Gomoa Mpota Checkpoint on the Kasoa-Winneba highway in the Central Region, resulting in the death of a police officer identified as Stephen Nii Quaye.

    The officer, stationed at the Winneba Divisional Police Command, was crashed by a Kia truck around 11:00 pm on Friday, June 21.

    According to sources, the police had stopped a car at the checkpoint when a Kia truck from behind crashed into him. The Kia driver, reportedly asleep at the wheel, first hit two cars before colliding with the metal at the police checkpoint and running over the officer.

    Eyewitnesses recounted that the vehicles involved in the accident were a Kia truck with registration number GR-6419-N, a trailer with registration number GE-5468-22, and a fuel tanker with registration number GY-2186-13.

    In an interview with Adom News, an eyewitness named Joseph Asamoah stated that after the accident, the Kia truck driver admitted that he had been sleeping at the time of the crash.

    Three individuals who were onboard the Kia truck sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital.

    The body of the deceased police officer has been deposited at the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital mortuary for autopsy and preservation as investigations into the incident continue.

  • 3 arrested for alleged involvement in fatal UENR robbery

    3 arrested for alleged involvement in fatal UENR robbery

    The Ghana Police Service has apprehended and detained three individuals in connection with a recent robbery involving students and lecturers from the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR).

    The incident occurred on the Odomase-Badu road in the Sunyani West Municipality at approximately 1900 hours on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

    The Bono Regional Police Command confirmed the arrests to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), attributing the successful operation to effective police intelligence. The suspects were apprehended in their respective hideouts, where officers recovered numerous stolen items, including mobile phones and other valuables.

    The robbery unfolded as the UENR group was returning from a field trip. The attackers ambushed the victims, leading to a chaotic scene. However, the prompt intervention of police highway patrol teams resulted in the immediate arrest of one suspect at the scene.

    Tragically, the incident claimed the life of a student named Abdul Aziz Issah. Additionally, six other students sustained minor injuries during the attack. They received prompt medical attention and have since been treated and discharged.

    The police continue to investigate the robbery, seeking to uncover further details and ensure that all those involved are brought to justice.

    The Bono Regional Police Command reassured the public of their commitment to maintaining law and order, emphasizing that the safety and security of citizens remain a top priority.

  • Police probe death of 2 in Wa

    Police probe death of 2 in Wa

    The Ghana Police Service has initiated an investigation into the mysterious deaths of two individuals in the Wa Municipality.

    The incidents, which occurred on Tuesday, have sent shockwaves through the community, prompting authorities to assure residents of their safety.

    The first incident was reported at the Wa East Education Service office, while the second occurred at the Wa Model JHS School. Both events have raised serious concerns among the local populace.

    In a statement, the Police Service urged the public, particularly the residents of Wa, to remain calm as they work diligently to apprehend those responsible.

    “We would like to assure the public, especially the residents of Wa, to remain calm as the Police work to get those involved arrested to face justice,” the statement read.

    Upper West Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu provided additional details after visiting one of the crime scenes. He revealed that one of the victims was rendered unconscious by a blow from a stone before the assailants slit his throat.

    “So far, nothing shows that a human part was taken but of course, further investigation will uncover more information,” Yakubu stated.

    The minister emphasized the importance of maintaining calm and trust in the security services as they thoroughly investigate the matter.

    “The Regional Security Council will go back and strategize, but we want to assure the Wa people that the security services will be patrolling and doing what they need to do to make sure everyone is safe,” he added.

    Residents of Wa have been urged to cooperate with law enforcement officials and provide any information that could assist in the investigation.

    The police have intensified patrols and are committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.

  • #HandsOffOurHotel protestors rushed to the hospital after Police fired tear gas – Ablakwa

    #HandsOffOurHotel protestors rushed to the hospital after Police fired tear gas – Ablakwa

    North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has disclosed that some individuals who thronged the streets of Accra to protest the sale of Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) hotels to Ghana’s Minister of Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, have been hospitalised.

    Tensions escalated earlier today as police deployed pepper spray and tear gas to disperse demonstrators protesting.

    Engaging the media, Mr Ablakwa noted that some of the victims have been transported to a health facility for treatment.

    According to him, some protestors collapsed after being pepper sprayed without provocation. He was not able to indicate the exact hospitals they were sent to. He however noted that he will engage his team and visit the victims at the health centres they have been admitted to.

    The protest, organized by North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, aims to halt the sale of four SSNIT hotels to Rock City Hotel Limited, owned by Ghana’s Minister of Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong.

    Meanwhile, Mr Ablakwa has declared his determination to block any attempt to finalize the sale.

    In a passionate address to the media, Ablakwa stated, “It has become the whole of Ghana versus the few lootocrats who are determined to continue with their state capture, and I am clear in my mind that they will have no choice but to listen. Even if you don’t listen and you try to sell this hotel, how are they going to have access to the hotel? How? Because we will block that access. These are our assets, and we are saying you haven’t consulted us.”

    Reiterating his commitment, he added, “Rest assured, we are confident these hotels will not be sold.”

  • Police killed after shooting during a magistrate court session in Kenya

    Police killed after shooting during a magistrate court session in Kenya

    A senior police officer has shot and wounded a Kenyan magistrate during a court session in Nairobi.

    The chief inspector targeted Makadara Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti immediately after she issued a ruling.

    Reports suggest that the case involved the policeman’s spouse.

    The officer allegedly became enraged when the court revoked his wife’s bail.

    In his fury, the officer opened fire on the magistrate, causing her injuries.

    Other officers at the scene quickly intervened, with one fatally shooting the attacking policeman.

    Three additional officers were injured in the incident, according to a police report.

    The magistrate and the injured officers are currently receiving medical treatment at the hospital.

    The judiciary said the magistrate had “cancelled the bond for an accused person who had jumped bond and had failed to offer satisfactory explanations for jumping bond”.

    “Immediately this decision was pronounced, a person shot at the magistrate and injured her on the hip,” it said in a statement.

    It noted initial reports that indicated “that the shooter is a police officer who is married to the suspect”.

    Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

    The judiciary has announced plans to strengthen security measures and has assured judicial staff and other court users of their safety and protection.

    “As the judiciary family, we wish our colleague a quick recovery. We also send our condolences to the family of the officer who lost his life in this unfortunate incident,” said Chief Registrar of the judiciary Winfridah Mokaya.

  • I called the Police emergency line but it didn’t go through – Amissah Arthur’s wife recounts robbery attack

    I called the Police emergency line but it didn’t go through – Amissah Arthur’s wife recounts robbery attack

    Former Second Lady Matilda Amissah-Arthur has provided a detailed account of the terrifying robbery and the challenging events she had to endure on December 5, 2023.

    Speaking in a video testimony at the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International, she noted that after being beaten to a pulp by a robber who was bent on killing her, she somehow managed to save her life and decided to check up on those living with her.

    She then heard gunshots and had no idea of the whereabouts of the robber who nearly choked her to death. Mrs Amissah-Arthur noted that her first attempt to reach the Police was unsuccessful.

    “I crawled, took my phone and called the police emergency number and there was no reply,” she said.

    However, moments later she was able to reach the Tesano Police after reaching her doctor who ordered that she be taken to a health facility after those close to her realised her face and throat got swollen.

    “He was wailing. Apparently, my face was one big mess. So he is seeing my face and screaming,” she said.

    According to the widow, her doctor decides to call a few scan health facilities before they set off. She revealed that none of the health facilities that were contacted were ready to attend to her since their opening time was 8 a.m., despite it being about 4 a.m.

    “So he calls a few hospitals and the response is ‘well, we won’t open the scan’s place until 8 a.m.. And this was around 4 a.m. So he says there is somebody who is dying. They said we work at 8 a.m.,” she said.

    Fortunately, her doctor managed to secure a private health institution, and upon arrival, everyone kept staring at her due to how her face was disfigured.

    The encounter between Matilda Amissah-Arthur and the robber

    She explained how she complied with the intruder’s demands, yet still faced brutal violence.

    Mrs. Amissah-Arthur revealed that the incident occurred while she was holding money intended for renovations at her mother’s house. “We were renovating our mother’s house so my siblings brought money, and the money was with me,” she recounted.

    When the intruder demanded money, she quickly handed over $2,200 and 50 euros. “Quickly, I took the $2,200 dollars and gave him, and I had 50 euros of my own and I gave him,” she said. She also gave him all the cedis in her purse.

    However, the robber was not satisfied with the amount. “Then he counted the money and said, ‘This small money.’”

    “He got angry. He turned my room upside down, and of course, he didn’t find money or any jewelry. And then he said, ‘You wasted my time, so I will kill you. But I have to call my boss.’ By this time, he had dragged me from the bed and was hitting my head on the ground,” she continued.

    In a chilling twist, the attacker spoke on the phone and received instructions to kill her.

    “He spoke on the phone for a couple of minutes and said, ‘My boss says I should shoot you, but I won’t shoot you. I will strangle you so that you’ll die a slow death and next time you come, you’ll have money.’ So, he started strangling me.”

    Amidst the ordeal, Mrs. Amissah-Arthur asked for water. In a bizarre act, the attacker fetched water from her fridge and allowed her to drink before resuming his attack.

    “I got thirsty at some point, and I said, ‘I am thirsty.’ He stopped strangling me, went to my fridge for water, opened it, and put it in my mouth. Just when I started drinking, he snapped it, closed it, and continued strangling me.”

  • Hawa Koomson walked away free but you detained a woman whose name you misspelt – Mahama slams Police

    Hawa Koomson walked away free but you detained a woman whose name you misspelt – Mahama slams Police

    John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has condemned the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government for what he characterized as acts of inequality and selective justice.

    He pointed out the incident involving the current Awutu Senya East MP, Hawa Koomson, who discharged a firearm at a voter registration center without facing any consequences, while Naa Koryoo was detained for legally possessing a firearm.

    He accused the police of politically motivated and unfair selective enforcement of their discretionary arrest powers.

    “The inequality and selective justice of this government are gullying, otherwise, how could Hawa Koomson, who fired a weapon at a registration centre and boasted about it, walk away free and a parliamentary candidate for Awutu Senya East is detained partly because the very police that issued her with a firearm’s license misspelt her name?” the former president said in a live broadcast on Sunday, June 9.

    Despite these intimidation tactics, Mr. Mahama expressed confidence in Madam Okunor’s victory in the parliamentary race.

    He claimed that the police have effectively secured the Awutu Senya East parliamentary seat for the party’s candidate, Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, by arresting and detaining her in a bid to intimidate her.

    “If the government was seeking to break the spirit of Naa Koryoo with that politically organised arrest, they have rather handed over the Awutu Senya East parliamentary seat to the young woman, who by all standards towers over and above the incumbent,” he said.

  • Police deny Asiedu Nketia’s claims of higher authority involvement in Ofaakor firearms arrests

    Police deny Asiedu Nketia’s claims of higher authority involvement in Ofaakor firearms arrests

    The Ghana Police Service has refuted claims made by Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), suggesting that the arrest of three individuals for possession of firearms at Ofaakor in the Awutu Senya East Constituency was due to an “order from above.”

    In a video circulating online, Mr. Asiedu Nketia alleged that the Accra Regional Police Commander, the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), and the Inspector-General of Police had informed him that the arrests were directed by higher authorities.

    The Police Service has categorically denied these assertions, stating that they are false and without any basis. According to the police, none of the officers mentioned in the video has ever made such a pronouncement.

    The incident in question involved the discovery of a Pump Action gun with four rounds of ammunition in a vehicle at the Electoral Commission’s offices in Ofaakor.

    The individuals involved were Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, the NDC parliamentary candidate for Awutu Senya East, along with Abdulai Aziz and Mustapha Mohammed. Naa Koryoo was cautioned for the unauthorized transfer of firearms, while Aziz and Mohammed were cautioned for possessing firearms without authority. All three have since been granted bail.

    Naa Koryoo’s detention on June 7, 2024, sparked significant unrest among NDC supporters, who gathered at the Cantonments Police Station demanding her release.

    The incident drew widespread condemnation, including from former President John Dramani Mahama and other NDC officials, who labeled the detention as politically motivated.

    In addition to the firearms charges, Usman Haruna was arrested and remanded into custody in connection with the stabbing of the son of Mavis Hawa Koomson, the Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, during the disturbances at the Electoral Commission’s office. Haruna is scheduled to reappear in court on June 19, 2024.

    The Police Service has emphasized that the arrests were a result of standard procedures and ongoing investigations, which are being conducted without external influence. The case docket has been forwarded to the Office of the Attorney-General for review and advice, as part of the ongoing legal process.

    The police have reiterated their commitment to impartiality and due process as they continue their investigations.

  • Naa Koryoo has been cautioned for unauthorized firearms transfer – Police

    Naa Koryoo has been cautioned for unauthorized firearms transfer – Police

    The Ghana Police Service has cautioned and granted bail to three individuals, including Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, following the discovery of a Pump Action gun with four rounds of ammunition in their vehicle at the Electoral Commission’s offices in Ofaakor, located in the Awutu Senya East constituency of the Central Region.

    Phyllis Naa Koryoo Okunor, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Awutu Senya East, has been cautioned on the charge of transferring firearms without authority. Meanwhile, Abdulai Aziz and Mustapha Mohammed have been cautioned for possessing firearms without authority.

    The arrests, which occurred on June 7, 2024, led to significant unrest among NDC supporters, who gathered at the Cantonments Police Station demanding Naa Koryoo’s release. This incident also attracted widespread condemnation, including from former President John Dramani Mahama and other NDC officials, who labeled the detention as politically motivated.

    Additionally, the police have remanded Usman Haruna into custody in connection with the stabbing of the son of Mavis Hawa Koomson, the Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, during the disturbances at the Electoral Commission’s office. Haruna is set to reappear in court on June 19, 2024.

    Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the National Chairman of the NDC, has warned that the party will not tolerate such arrests in the future, emphasizing that no Ghanaian law should be used to intimidate or coerce citizens.

    The police have stated that investigations are ongoing, and the case docket is being forwarded to the Office of the Attorney-General for review and advice.

  • Police to forward Naa Koryoo’s docket to AG for advice

    Police to forward Naa Koryoo’s docket to AG for advice

    The Ghana Police Service has announced that the case file regarding the arrest of Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Awutu Senya East, is being sent to the Office of the Attorney-General for review and guidance.

    According to a statement from the Service, Naa Koryoo was cautioned for “the offence of transfer of firearms without authority” and granted bail along with three others.

    Naa Koryoo was detained at the Cantonments Police Station on Friday, June 7, following an invitation, which infuriated NDC supporters who subsequently gathered at the station to demand her release.

    The police statement noted that she was arrested for possessing a firearm and for the stabbing of the son of Mavis Hawa Koomson, the Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, in the early hours of Sunday, June 2, 2024.

    Usman Haruna was also arrested in connection with the stabbing and has been remanded into police custody, scheduled to reappear in court on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

    Following Naa Koryoo’s release on June 8, the National Chairman of the NDC, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, warned at a press conference that such arrests would not be tolerated in the future.

  • Police officers and civilian clash over search on suspicion of weapon, narcotics possession

    Police officers and civilian clash over search on suspicion of weapon, narcotics possession

    In Kumasi, an altercation between two police officers and a civilian escalated after the officers approached the civilian for a search on suspicion of possessing hard drugs or a gun.

    The civilian, feeling offended by the officers’ decision to search him, began recording the encounter on his phone. This action further agitated the officers, who were also offended by being recorded.

    The incident, which occurred in a public area, quickly attracted the attention of onlookers. Tensions rose as the civilian refused to comply with the officers’ requests and continued to record the interaction.

    The male civilian later gave in and removed the items from his bag as the police officers took over the recording after the civilian handed over his phone to them.

    No drugs were found. An ID card, money and tissues were found.

    Later, the civilian requested that his phone be returned to him. The Police officers refused and questioned the civilian on his mandate to record them.

    They engaged in a banter and finally the civilian got hold of his phone.

    The conduct of the officers per the law can be deemed as unprofessional.

    According to the Ghana Police Service Standard Operating Procedures (Legal and Prosecutions Directorate) based on Act 1960 (Act 30) of Ghana’s Criminal Procedure Code with the subject ‘Searches of dwellings, other premises and persons’ here’s what we know.

    1. Purpose.

    To define the search and seizure activities of the Police in full accordance with the law.

    2. Procedures.

    2.1. Searches without a warrant.

    2.1.1. A Police Officer may search without a warrant if he has reasonable cause to believe that a person has concealed on himself or is conveying;

    a. An article which has been stolen or unlawfully obtained.

    b. An article in respect of which a criminal offence has been, is being or about to be committed.

    2.1.2. A Police Officer not below the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police or who being below the rank has been authorized in writing by an officer of the said rank may enter a house, shop, warehouse, yard, boat, vessel, or other premises which the Police Officer has reasonable cause to believe contains property which has been stolen or obtained by unlawful means.

    2.2. Searches with a warrant.

    2.2.1. Where a Police Officer has reasonable grounds to suspect that there is in a building, vessel or any other premises;

    a. A thing in respect of a which an offence has been committed.

    b. A thing which is intended to be used for the purpose of committing an offence.

    c. A thing which has been unlawfully obtained.

    d. A thing of which possession is unlawful’.

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  • You have no reasonable cause to be detaining Naa Koryoo – Sammy Gyamfi to police

    You have no reasonable cause to be detaining Naa Koryoo – Sammy Gyamfi to police

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s National Communication Officer, Sammy Gyamfi has accused the Ghana Police Service and the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) of colluding to unlawfully determine their party’s parliamentary candidate for the Awutu Senya East Constituency, Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor.

    She was re-arrested for a firearm found in her vehicle.

    In a statement shared on social media on Saturday, June 8, 2024, the NDC communication officer alleged that Naa Koryoo is now detained due to a supposed inconsistency in her gun registration license.

    “Comrades, it is very clear that the NPP-controlled Police Service has no reasonable or justifiable cause to be detaining the NDC Parliamentary Candidate for the Awutu Senya East Constituency.

    “The claim of a discrepancy in her first name is totally false,” Sammy Gyamfi wrote on X.

    He refuted claims of a discrepancy in her first name and accused the NPP-controlled Police Service of unjustified detention.

    “What then is Naa Koryoo’s crime? Is it now a crime to procure and register/license a gun in your name for personal protection? A gun she has not fired at anybody? What did the NPP-controlled police do in the case of Hawa Koomson, who actually fired a gun at a voter registration center?” he quizzed.

    He added, “This same Hawa Koomson has threatened Naa Koryoo at gunpoint on four (4) different occasions, according to her lawyers. This is why she was compelled to buy and register a gun in her name for her protection.”