The miners, angered by the seizure and immobilisation of their excavator, have reportedly been staging protests and issuing threats at the forest office, disrupting its operations since the incident occurred.

According to officials, the latest confrontation took place on Wednesday during a meeting between the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Tarkwa Nsuaem, Ebenezer Cobbinah, and the District Manager.

“Minutes after he entered and the discussion was ongoing, some of the people came to the office premises wielding knives, threatened again to burn our vehicles, and in the process, cut the tyres of the District Manager’s personal vehicle with a knife. The MCE stopped them from further destruction and took them away,” one official recounted.

A situational report filed by the Forest Office detailed that on Monday, June 2, 2025, around 10:30 am, the office received intelligence about an excavator unlawfully operating in the Neung South Forest Reserve. A Rapid Response Team was dispatched, and the Regional Manager was informed. A backup team was later deployed to immobilise the excavator.

Following the operation, a group led by one Ruben Agbokah, alongside a woman alleged to be the Women’s Organiser of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), stormed the Tarkwa Forest District Office. The group reportedly forced staff out of the premises and locked the office.

“Some staff members were hit in the chest during the altercation. It took the intervention of the Regional Crime Officer and his men to retrieve the keys. They also threatened to burn the office and personal vehicles,” officials said, adding that the office vehicles are now being kept at the police station for safety.

The protesters reportedly returned the next day and have since continued to disrupt office activities, making it impossible for staff to carry out any meaningful duties since Monday.

The District Manager and one Assistant District Manager are said to be the primary targets of the attacks, as the illegal miners believe they ordered the immobilisation of the excavator.

The Neung South Forest Reserve, along with other forest zones in the area, has been under persistent threat from illegal mining activities.

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To his left is the late Christian Atsu—a man whose life was larger than life itself. He touched lives silently, and the image presented to me, coincidentally, was from one of those days he visited the Nsawam Medium Security Prison to touch lives.

Behind them were other inmates called to duty to officiate the usual matches played by inmates. It was a moment for Alhassan to reload his early years of brilliance as goalkeeper.

Here, they have coaches, referees, and commentators who are all inmates. Matches like that, though brief give them a window, it’s cherished.

I had never been here before. But my name and image rang in the minds of some occupants of this facility. Before Alhassan came, others had screamed my name from afar. One would later send me and email introducing himself.

Alhassan’s gesture, though, was unexpected as stretched out my hand for a handshake, introducing myself.

“I know you,” he said, leaning closer for a hug. He wore a blue shirt, with a star on the upper left chest—where our hearts are believed to be.

This heart was heavy, filled with regret for a mistake he made in his teens. The star up there is not the praise you get for your talent. In this God-forsaken space, it is a rank you attain after years of incarceration, per a prison officer. A star rank.

Born a star per his talent and the testimonies of his playmates, but, unfortunately, he wears a star of pain and sorrow in this enclosed, dishevelled environment.

Akwasi Alhassan is not a name that resonates with about 57% of Ghana’s recent population.

“This place has been my home for 36 years,” he says.

Born in Kwesimintsim, a suburb of Takoradi, he was a budding talent with dreams. Dreams of representing Ghana on the green fields and under floodlights of the biggest stadia and football competitions in the world—but his life has been spent behind iron bars before 57% of the country’s population was born.

To put this into context, Alhassan has been here for more than half of Ghana’s age. Yes, Ghana turned 68 in March, and for 36 of those years, the cage has been his home.

Now you understand why about 57% of Ghanaians probably never heard his name. There is no guarantee Alhassan would have become a great footballer or offered much to his country to be widely known, but there’s also no denying the fact that he may have been one of the biggest assets Ghana never had.

“Alhassan was a very good goalkeeper. Extremely good,” former Black Stars striker and his one-time teammate, Augustine Ahinful says.

“There was no goalkeeper in the country who could match him at the time,” Yaw Preko, a brilliant footballer down the flank in his hey days, now coach testifies.

This conversation, which happened near a tent at a distance from other inmates—dedicated for condemned prisoners—became a memory recollection centre of what could have been.

Many of the former Black Stars players, who had loud cheers from inmates, knew him.

Samuel Osei Kuffour had the loudest cheers. He hugged them, had tête-à-têtes with them, and shared words of encouragement.

“We are here to support you. We haven’t forgotten about you because you are here. You are one of us.”

Alhassan stood there, watching on. Maybe, in his mind: “This could have been me being cheered for making Ghana’s national teams great, but my dreams were cut short by teenage emotions. Now, I am the one being encouraged.”

From the crowd, he descended to join Ahinful and I to hand me that photograph.

He stood quietly for a moment, his eyes watery. It’s hard to believe he still has water in his eyes. These are tears he’s shared for over three and a half decades.

When he eventually uttered his words, his voice was heavy.

“I had a fight with a friend,” he recalled. “It was in 1989. I was part of the first under-17 team that was being put together in 1988. But unfortunately, my life ended here.”

His voice trembled. Tears welled up in his eyes. He reached for his face towel.

“When we had the fight, I had a key and I used it on him. Unfortunately, he died when he was rushed to the hospital. I was on remand for four years before I was sentenced in 1993.”

“This has been my home for 36 years,” he said. “Please help me.”

For 36 years, the only world he’s known is the Nsawam Prison. He was a boy. A teenager. His brain still developing. He made the worst mistake of his life in a fight—one any young, hot-blooded boy could have found himself in.

“I don’t even know how my house looks like,” he said, looking down, visibly broken.

Augustine Ahinful shook his head.

“Alhassan hasn’t been fortunate,” he said.

Many of us would recall in the latter days of the Akufo-Addo government, a letter leaked alleging presidential pardon for inmates. The first name on that list was Akwasi Alhassan. He was convicted of murder and sentenced to death on March 19, 1993.

That letter was never fake. But for whatever reason, it was withdrawn. And Alhassan continues to wallow in this cage.

Ahinful is not wrong when he says Alhassan has not been lucky.

“To be here for 36 years of your life is not easy.”

Indeed, it is not.

Some precious lives that could have contributed to the development of this country are rotting away. Caged and forgotten.

“Some of them are here for minor mistakes any of us could have made,” Deputy Director of Prisons, Patrick Thomas Seidu, says.

“There’s a woman in condemned prison because she was sharing a lovely moment with her husband. They competed for the meat while eating, and she pushed her husband in an attempt to snatch the meat from him. He hit his head on the wall while trying to run away with the meat. She was convicted of murder,” a prison officer says.

He adds: “That boy there,” pointing to the crowd, “is serving 23 years in prison because he was mistaken for a thief. He said they were chasing thieves and he was also running. They caught him, and nothing he said made sense.”

That boy looked young. Just around the age Alhassan was when brought here.

The stories here are of broken lives, abandoned souls, and dreams buried under years of regret. It is not the steel bars that hurt the most, but the memory of a mistake made as a child.

A mistake he has paid for, every single day, for 36 long years.

He was not a criminal. He was a boy who made a grave mistake. In his own words, he never had the chance to grow into the man he could have been. No chance to right the wrong.

He has spent his entire adult life in a cell.

And yet, he remains kind. Hopeful. Pleading.

“Pray for me,” his parting words. I have resolved to keep this photo with me and take it to every Jummah Prayer and ask my Imam and congregation to pray for him every Friday.

He needs it.

The pain in his voice is not of someone making excuses. It is the pain of a man who has reflected, repented, and regrets.

How does a nation hold a man captive for 36 years for a mistake committed at 17? A mistake he did not set out to commit. One could argue he should have known better.

But he didn’t. He was a child.

Our laws may be blind, but our hearts shouldn’t be.

Justice without mercy is cruelty. Justice without compassion is vengeance.

“Don’t we all deserve a second chance?” Patrick Seidu quizzed. We all do, and many of those here for infringing the law need it.

I saw others. Describing them as talented footballers will be an understatement. One was so good that, Yussif Chibsah, Ghana’s Olympics team captain, gave him money.

Another was adjudged the best player of the game by the coaches present. It’s hard to tell what brought some of them here, but their talent is noticeable even in cage.

Sammy Kuffour had mixed feelings when he proudly said, “The boy in the number 10 for the blue team is from my place.” I dare say he’s a better footballer than many of those we see on TV here.

These talents have been caged just like that of Alhassan.

36 years. Behind bars. For a teenage fight.

According to a police statement, the operation occurred around 4:45 pm on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, during a routine snap check at Juapong.

The vehicle, driven by Edward Ansah, was travelling from Ho in the Volta Region to Kumasi in the Ashanti Region.

Edward, who is currently in police custody, told investigators during initial questioning that he had been contracted by an unnamed individual in Kumasi to transport the money.

Police say investigations are ongoing.

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A statement issued by the Public Affairs Directorate and signed by ASP Michael Toya confirmed that Mahmoud was arrested on Saturday, May 31, at his hideout in Sandemuni, Wa Municipality.

The arrest followed intensive intelligence-led operations by the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate after Mahmoud was placed on the wanted list for a series of robberies in the region.

On Monday, June 2, he was arraigned before the Wa Circuit Court, presided over by His Honour Jonathan Avoogo.

Mahmoud pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit robbery and robbery and was sentenced to 18 years’ imprisonment with hard labour.

His two accomplices, Abdulai Ibrahim alias Baba and Abdulai Kipo, who pleaded not guilty, were remanded into prison and police custody, respectively, for the continuation of the trial on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

“The removal of Okra from the streets brings significant relief to residents, who can now feel more secure in their communities,” the statement noted.

The statement added that the command remains resolute in its efforts to track down and bring to justice all individuals who pose a threat to peace and security in the region.

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Clad in red bands, the visibly distressed staff marched through the streets of Donkorkrom to protest what they describe as relentless attacks on their colleagues and families.

In a strongly worded petition to the District Police Commander, District Chief Executive, local MPs, chiefs, and other key stakeholders, the health professionals demanded urgent government intervention.

Dr. Isaac Boateng, the Acting Medical Administrator, whose own family recently suffered at the hands of armed robbers, warned of drastic measures.

“If nothing is done by Friday, I will stop work. The entire staff has given the government a two-week ultimatum. We can’t die here in silence,” he told Adom News.

The General Manager of the hospital, Kwaku Fianko Gyan, painted a grim picture, revealing that armed robbery attacks occur nearly three times a week on the Ekye Amanfrom–Donkorkrom road.

“We are under siege. Lives are at risk daily. Government must act now,” he emphasized.

Residents demand return of Anti-Robbery Task Force

Meanwhile, concerned residents of Kwawu Afram Plains have joined the call for improved security, demanding the immediate redeployment of the Anti-Robbery Task Force to combat the escalating crime wave.

They believe the task force’s presence previously kept the area relatively safe, and its return could help restore calm.

The Acting Coordinating Director of the District Assembly confirmed that consultations were ongoing to consider the task force’s return, stressing the Assembly’s zero tolerance for armed robbery.

Divisional Police Commander, ACP Klomegah Christopher, urged residents to remain calm, assuring them that the situation is being handled.

He disclosed that four suspects have so far been arrested, and called on all stakeholders to collaborate in restoring peace.

The incident occurred around 11:00 pm on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Gomoa Potsin in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region.

The suspects, numbering about seven, blocked the highway while firing indiscriminately, robbing passengers in the process.

They reportedly made away with over 1.7 million CFA, an undisclosed amount of Ghana cedis, mobile phones, and other valuables.

Narrating the ordeal, a resident, Ebo Anderson, told Adom News the robbers had taken advantage of the ongoing road construction along the stretch to carry out their attack.

According to him, the robbers first struck around 11:00 pm and returned again at about 2:00 am. He noted that over five similar cases have been recorded in just two months.

Mr. Anderson has called on the Central Regional Minister, the MP for Gomoa East, Desmond De-Graft Paitoo, and all relevant agencies to urgently beef up security in the area.

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According to a police statement, authorities received a distress call on Friday, May 30, following the discovery of the lifeless body.

During the ongoing investigation, residents apprehended a young man found in possession of a human head. The suspect has been identified as Ali Mustapha.

Further investigations led to the arrest of a second suspect, Zakaria Mohammed. Both suspects are currently in police custody and assisting with investigations.

Meanwhile, efforts are underway to locate the family of the deceased. The body has been deposited at the Police Hospital mortuary.

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The suspects, Abdul-Majeed Abdulai and Abdul-Majeed Saeed, wanted for the murder of Yakubu Mohammed Habib, were arrested on Saturday, 24th May and Monday, 26th May 2025, respectively.

In a statement, the Police explained that two other suspects, Baba Habib and Alhassan Fuseini, were arrested earlier and have been brought before the court.

The Police Service has reaffirmed its commitment to bringing all perpetrators of crimes to justice.

Yakubu Mohammed, 26, was shot and killed in Fuo, Sagnarigu Municipality, following a dispute between his brother, Mustapha Muktadel, and a neighbor, Baba Habib.

According to residents, Baba Habib and his friends assaulted Mustapha Muktadel on 25th February at around 9:00 p.m.

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Source: Adomonline.com

The Police believe he may be connected to a network responsible for a series of robbery cases reported across the country.

In a statement, the Police said Seidu was arrested on Saturday, May 25, 2025, during a targeted operation by its intelligence and tactical teams.

Preliminary investigations revealed that a quantity of gold and an unspecified amount of cash were stolen during the robbery.

The suspect is currently in custody and assisting with investigations, as efforts are underway to apprehend his accomplices.

The Ashanti North Regional Command has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safety and security across the region and has urged residents to provide any information that may lead to the arrest of the remaining suspects.

Source: Adomonline.com

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The judgement, delivered on May 22 by Justice John Ekow Mensah, saw three of the accused—Richard Adikyere, Stephen Adzibolo, and Emmanuel Hedzro—found guilty of robbery and murder.

Adikyere was sentenced to life imprisonment, while Adzibolo and Hedzro each received 47 years in prison.

Four other accused persons—Samuel Kofi Zotorvi, Christian Zotorvi, Michael Sam, and Obed Ayornu—pleaded guilty during the course of the trial.

Samuel and Christian Zotorvi were each handed 15-year sentences, while Michael Sam and Obed Ayornu were sentenced to 20 years each.

The details were contained in a statement issued by the Public Affairs Unit of the Volta Regional Police Command and signed by DSP Felix Danku. The police confirmed that the convicts are currently serving their sentences at the Ho Central Prisons.

The gruesome crime occurred on March 1, 2020, when the assailants broke into Mawutor Adzahli’s residence in Sogakope using cement blocks. Armed with a pump-action gun and two pistols—one of which had been stolen during an earlier robbery—they shot him three times at close range, targeting his head and chest.

A post-mortem conducted at the Sogakope District Hospital confirmed the fatal injuries. The attackers also made away with a substantial amount of money from the home.

Police investigations led to the arrest of the suspects in various locations, including Ashaiman. Among the key pieces of evidence was a confession from Richard Adikyere, who admitted to firing the fatal shots.

Source: Adomonline.com

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The latest arrest brings the total number of suspects in custody to eight, following coordinated operations by the Volta Regional Police Command and the Anti-Armed Robbery Unit of the CID Headquarters in Accra.

The newly arrested suspect, 65-year-old Happy Sewordor, was apprehended on May 18, 2025, around 2:00 a.m. He is believed to be the father of Michael Sewornu, who was previously arrested and remanded in prison custody.

According to a police statement issued on May 22, several weapons and contraband were recovered from Happy Sewordor’s residence. These included four single-barrel cap guns, a locally made pistol, 15 empty cartridges, and suspected Indian hemp and Tramadol.

“Preliminary investigations suggest that Happy Sewordor collected these items from a house in Aflao, allegedly belonging to his son, Michael Sewornu,” the Police revealed.

Happy Sewordor was arraigned before court on May 21 and remanded into prison custody. He is scheduled to reappear on June 16, 2025, to assist with ongoing investigations.

In a related development, three other suspects—Hadi Sulley (22), Ewe Abraham, also known as Wale (25), and Eric Dordzinu (25)—were arrested by the Anti-Armed Robbery Unit in Accra on May 12, 2025, for their suspected involvement in the case. The trio was transferred to the Volta Regional Command on May 14, arraigned on May 19, and remanded in prison custody to reappear on June 16, 2025.

Earlier, on May 14, the Police arraigned Korku Agboada, Utsuku Onyeso, and Michael Sewornu, who remain in prison custody. Meanwhile, a fourth suspect, Atsu Agbagla, was granted police enquiry bail as investigations continue.

The Volta Regional Police Command has commended members of the public for their cooperation in assisting with investigations.

“We are grateful to the public for their continued support in the fight against crime in the region,” the Police said, adding that they remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.

Investigations into the killing, which occurred on April 28, 2025, are ongoing.

Source: Myjoyonline

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The Greater Accra Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest, prosecution, and conviction of a five-member robbery gang responsible for two major attacks in Accra.

According to a Police statement, the incidents took place at the Jos Bakery Head Office in Dome and at ACP Junction.

The Jos Bakery robbery occurred on May 11, 2025, around 1:25 a.m., when two armed men—Isaac Agbezudor, alias “Money Man,” a 20-year-old mechanic, and Justice Akwasi Sarfo Oppong, alias “Gariba Manta” or “Demon,” a 19-year-old Okada rider—attacked staff members.

Riding an unlicensed motorbike, the suspects fired a locally made pistol to scare their victims and made away with a Tecno Pop 8 smartphone valued at GH¢1,500 and a handbag containing personal belongings.

Agbezudor was arrested on May 14 through a covert Police operation. His accomplice, Sarfo, was later picked up on May 22 at a mining site between Osino and Saaman.

Further investigations linked Sarfo to an earlier robbery that occurred on February 5, 2025, at ACP Junction, involving three other accomplices: Bright Alikor, Emmanuel Nii Odartey Lamptey, and Prince Owusu.

All five were arraigned before the Kwabenya Circuit Court, convicted, and sentenced to 15 years in prison.

The Police Command commended its intelligence and operations units for their swift work in arresting and securing convictions against the suspects.

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The suspect, Aminu Amidu Mohammed at his hideout in Sabon Zongo, Accra following a tip-off by a community watchdog.

In a police after the tip-off, five sacks filled with dangerous drugs—including high-dose ‘red’ tramadol, Volume 10, and other illicit substances—as well as a pump-action shotgun were retrieved.

The Regional Police Commander, DCOP Duuti Tuaruku disclosed this during a press briefing at the Greater Accra Regional Police Headquarters on Monday, May 26.

She faces charges of attempted exportation of narcotic drugs, conspiracy to commit a crime, and unlawful possession or control of narcotic drugs without lawful authority.

The court, presided over by Mrs. Susan Eduful, did not take her plea and indicated that officials of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) were awaiting an analytical report from the Ghana Standards Authority.

The charges and facts were read to Browne-Frater in open court.

Chief Inspector Clemence Takyi, holding brief for the prosecution, opposed the bail application, citing the accused as a flight risk. He also stated that an accomplice, identified only as “Joey,” remains at large.

Defence counsel applied for bail, arguing that Browne-Frater had reliable sureties and would not interfere with investigations. However, the application was denied.

The prosecution informed the court that witnesses in the case are NACOC officers stationed at Terminal 3 of the Kotoka International Airport.

Browne-Frater, born on 27 October 2002, is a British citizen holding a valid United Kingdom passport issued on 15 January 2021 and set to expire on 15 January 2031. She was scheduled to board British Airways flight BA 2066 from Accra to London.

NACOC stated that it had received intelligence from foreign counterparts regarding a drug trafficking syndicate smuggling Thai-grown cannabis into the United Kingdom. Browne-Frater was identified as a person of interest and placed on the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) Stop List.

On 18 May 2025, at about 6:40 a.m., GIS officials apprehended her at the airport’s departure hall and handed her over to NACOC officers.

Upon interrogation, Browne-Frater claimed she had checked in one suitcase but was unaware of its contents. Officers traced and offloaded the suitcase from the aircraft. She was then escorted to the NACOC Arrival Office, where the suitcase—bearing a tag in her name—was opened in her presence.

Thirty-two vacuum-sealed slabs of a plant-like substance suspected to be cannabis were retrieved. A field test conducted on the substance tested positive for delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the active component in cannabis. The total weight was 17.92kg.

Browne-Frater was arrested and taken to NACOC Headquarters for further investigation.

In her statement, she claimed she had been invited to Ghana by her boyfriend, “Joey,” who packed the suitcase in her absence. She said she was told the suitcase contained “Kpoo Keke” alcoholic beverage, Alomo Bitters, and spices.

Browne-Frater has denied knowledge of the narcotic haul. Her accomplice, “Joey,” remains at large. Efforts are underway to apprehend him.

The seized exhibit was sealed in her presence and will be sent to the Ghana Standards Authority for further analysis.

Kojo Senagbe pleaded not guilty to a charge of causing unlawful harm.

The case, presided over by Mr. Kwabena Obiri Yeboah, was adjourned to June 6, 2025, to allow the prosecution time to file disclosures ahead of trial.

Chief Inspector Belinda Asante, leading the prosecution, identified the complainant as Oliver Zinto. She stated that both the complainant and the accused reside at Community 14 Annexe in Lashibi.

According to the prosecution, on May 10, 2025, at around 10:30 p.m., Zinto was walking home when he was suddenly confronted by Senagbe, who ordered him to stop. Sensing trouble, Zinto ignored the order and continued walking.

Senagbe allegedly responded by attacking Zinto with a machete, inflicting wounds to his scalp, left ear, arm, and back. Despite his injuries, Zinto reportedly mustered the strength to overpower his attacker and seize the weapon.

He was later rescued by bystanders and given first aid. Senagbe fled the scene.

A report was lodged at the Klagon Police Station, and Zinto was issued a medical form for treatment, which he submitted upon completion.

Two days later, on May 12, 2025, Senagbe was arrested. In a caution statement before an independent witness, he admitted to the attack, reportedly stating he acted out of anger because Zinto had “taken over” his girlfriend.

The machete used in the assault was retrieved during police investigations.

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The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, May 22, 2025, during a swoop and demolition of a ghetto in the area.

The operation was a joint effort between security agencies and the District Security Coordinating Council (DISEC).

According to reports, following the demolition of the Budumburam Camp, a new ghetto had emerged near the onion market, becoming a haven for wee smokers and individuals engaged in various social vices.

Thursday’s exercise was aimed at clamping down on criminal activities after the expiration of an eviction notice in April 2025.

However, during the demolition, a young man reportedly slipped into one of the buildings unnoticed. Tragically, a structure collapsed on him, leaving him unconscious — a development that sparked outrage among residents.

Enraged locals began pelting stones, while others wielded cutlasses and other weapons, leading to injuries to three officers.

Efforts by the security personnel to restore calm were unsuccessful, as the crowd refused to back down.

The injured officers are currently receiving treatment at the Gomoa Potsin Polyclinic and the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital.

Meanwhile, several slabs of suspected marijuana and weapons were retrieved from the scene, with scores of young men arrested for possession.

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Daniella KanKam-Adu, 19, was offered £250 to smuggle cannabis worth £225,000 from Canada to Newcastle Airport on March 3 this year.

The London resident, from Queens Road, claimed she believed her luggage contained vapes, but Border Force officers quickly discovered the Class B drug inside.

When questioned by airport officials about her luggage, KanKam-Adu insisted she packed it herself and that it contained nothing suspicious.

Prosecutor Kevin Wardlaw told Newcastle Crown Court: “When asked to open one item of luggage, she said she didn’t have the key. She became aware the locks would be forced and her attitude changed, becoming obstructive and making comments to the officer. The officer was conducting a routine random check and was not being racist.”

The suitcase was found to contain 22.5 kilograms of cannabis, valued at around £67,500 wholesale and with a street value of approximately £225,000.

KanKam-Adu pleaded guilty to being involved in the fraudulent evasion of the prohibition on importing cannabis.

Prosecutors accepted her plea that a friend had suggested she could make money by bringing vapes back to the UK without paying tax.

She explained that she was told she would be paid £250 to carry out the task and traveled to Toronto on tickets provided to her, following instructions.

She said she was given a suitcase to bring back and, due to its size and weight, suspected it contained cannabis rather than vapes.

KanKam-Adu admitted she didn’t know the value of the drugs but decided to return anyway because she needed the money and already had a plane ticket.

Defence lawyer Glenn Gatland told the court KanKam-Adu had a difficult childhood, including time spent in a care home. He added that she discovered she was pregnant before the offence and was determined that her child would not experience a similar upbringing.

Mr Gatland said KanKam-Adu needed money for a deposit on a home and was “naive” to agree to the plan suggested by her friend.

He also revealed she had been remanded in custody for three months, during which time she suffered a miscarriage.

“She has spent three months in custody, which will serve as a deterrent to her to avoid trouble in the future,” Mr Gatland concluded.

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One person also sustained injuries in the shooting incident, which occurred in full view of traders and bystanders on Tuesday evening.

The motive behind the attack remains unknown and has left residents in shock.

Information gathered by Adom News indicates that the masked suspects arrived at the scene on a motorbike and fired gunshots indiscriminately.

One of the victims attempted to escape, but the assailants pursued and killed him.

No arrests have been made so far, as the suspects fled the scene immediately after committing the crime.

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According to the Regional Police Commander, DCOP Isaac Kwadwo Asante, the arrest was made on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, after months of surveillance.

The suspects have been identified as 40-year-old Hawa Ibrahim, the landlady, and 30-year-old Latifa Adams.

In an interview with Adom News, DCOP Asante explained that the Police stormed the house based on intelligence. Upon a thorough search, 24 maxi bags filled with Indian hemp were retrieved.

The two are currently in custody, assisting with investigations, and will be processed for court in due course.

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The two Ghanaian women who were reportedly lured to Nigeria through a romance scam and subsequently held captive by a criminal syndicate have been safely returned to Accra.

The victims — Evelyn Serwaa Konadu and Anatasia Baidoo arrived safely at the Kotoka International Airport earlier on Friday, May 9, 2025.

“Both women are in stable condition and will receive the necessary medical care. They will also go through standard police procedures to assist with ongoing investigations,” the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department of Ghana Police, DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor said at a press briefing.

She cautioned the public about a growing trend of online fraud, particularly romance scams, urging Ghanaians to be cautious when interacting with strangers online.

“We advise the public to refrain from sharing personal or financial information with unknown persons and to report any suspicious behavior to the police immediately,” she added.

“Our deepest gratitude goes to the Nigeria Police Force and the National Signals Bureau for their invaluable support and cooperation,” she said.

What happened?

How 2 Ghanaian women were tricked with marriage to ‘white men’ and kidnapped in Nigeria

Before they were rescued, a disturbing video of one of them bound with a rope and being physically assaulted by unidentified individuals was shared on social media.

Investigations later confirmed that the woman in the video was a Ghanaian national who had been deceived into traveling to Nigeria under the false pretense of a romantic relationship.

Upon arrival, she was abducted, assaulted and the footage was sent to her family with a ransom demand.

Further police investigations revealed that a second Ghanaian woman had also been lured to the same location by the same criminal group.

Both victims were held at the same premises and subjected to similar abuse.

Families of the two women were said to have made partial ransom payments before police intervention led to their rescue.

The successful rescue operation was a result of a joint effort involving the Ghana Police Service, the Nigeria Police Force, and the National Signals Bureau.

The distressing incident occurred on Wednesday, 7th May 2025.

According to a community leader, Mr Kwashi Senaya, the graves were found desecrated, with visible damage at the head end.

“The heads of the deceased were gone,” he said, adding that the affected cemeteries belong to the Amefinu and Kponor families.

The matter has been reported to the Ghana Police Service at the Agbozume Police Station. Authorities have since launched a full investigation to identify and apprehend those behind what many are describing as a heinous and sacrilegious act.

Assembly Member for the Logove Electoral Area, Ibrahim Ayuba, has appealed for calm, urging residents to cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies.

He also encouraged community members to volunteer any information that may assist the police in their ongoing inquiries.

As the investigation unfolds, the community continues to grapple with fear, outrage, and unanswered questions over the motive behind the desecration of the graves.

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Two Ghanaian women have been rescued after falling victim to a romance scam that led to their kidnapping in Nigeria, in a case that has shocked the public and triggered cross-border investigations involving security agencies in Ghana and Nigeria.

The victims, Anastasia Baidoo Arthur and Evelyn Konadu, were lured into Nigeria under the guise of marriage proposals from men they believed to be white foreigners, only to be abducted and assaulted upon arrival.

At a press briefing on Tuesday, the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor, detailed how the women were deceived by a criminal syndicate operating under fake identities online.

“These suspects met the two victims, Anastasia Baidoo Arthur and Evelyn Konadu, through their Facebook accounts. The suspects posed as white men who wanted to marry the victims. The two unsuspecting victims became convinced and accepted the marriage proposals,” DCOP Donkor disclosed.

The victims travelled separately but arrived on the same day—April 22, 2025—at a pre-arranged location in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, where they were immediately kidnapped.

According to police investigations, the suspects – Peter Okoye, 31; Paulinus Chidokwe, 35; Chinoso Okafor, 35; and Christian Emeka – carried out the abduction. Okoye and Emeka, both Nigerians with prior ties to Ghana, had previously been involved in the operations of QNET in Ghana before returning to Nigeria. Emeka returned to Ghana again in 2024 before the kidnapping plot was executed.

DCOP Donkor explained that the group was part of a broader syndicate engaged in romance scams in both Ghana and Nigeria. “Peter Okoye, Christian Emeka and Basil Okonkwo, all Nigerians, were into romance scams in Nigeria and Ghana,” she noted.

After kidnapping the victims, the suspects subjected them to brutal treatment. The women were stripped, tied up, and assaulted with machetes. They were also threatened with death, wrapped in bedsheets, had their heads covered with black polythene, and were told they would be hanged using nylon ropes.

The ordeal was recorded on video and circulated on social media. Copies were also sent to the victims’ families along with a ransom demand of GH₵500,000 for each victim.

This will allow the Attorney General to complete the preparation of witness statements for the case.

The case has been adjourned to May 13 for further directions by the court.

At the last court hearing, the matter was adjourned to today for the court to consider submissions regarding the continuation of bail in camera. The aim was to determine whether the first accused person should remain on the existing bail terms.

Counsel for the accused persons had submitted that the existing bail conditions should continue for all accused individuals. However, the Attorney General opposed this for the first accused person, stating that he had interfered with potential witnesses for the prosecution.

As a result of the AG’s submission, the court ordered Counsel for both parties to appear before it in camera to make their respective submissions.

After considering the submissions, the judge ruled that the accused be kept in custody for seven days to allow the Attorney General to finalize witness statements.

Counsel for the accused, Atta Akyea, requested that the seven days include weekends, but the judge explained that the AG does not work on weekends. Deputy AG Srem Sai also opposed this request. The judge further clarified that the intention was to allow for seven working days because one potential witness is outside the jurisdiction, and the state needs time.

Background

Attorney-General Dominic Ayine has formally charged former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene and his wife, Angela Adjei Boateng, over corruption offences amounting to several millions of cedis.

Along with two others, Mildred Donkor and Advantage Solutions Limited, they face 11 charges, including stealing, money laundering, defrauding by false pretenses, and wilfully causing financial loss.

According to the writ filed at the High Court on Wednesday, April 30, Mr. Adu-Boahene, who was responsible for overseeing critical national security infrastructure, including contracts with foreign companies, signed a deal with an Israeli company, ISC Holdings Limited, to purchase cyber defense software for $7 million.

In total, Adu-Boahene is alleged to have transferred approximately GHS 49 million (around $7 million) from NSB funds into his personal accounts, falsely justifying these transactions as payments for the cyber defense systems, alongside his accomplices.

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During the operation, security agencies arrested eight suspects in connection with the crime.

One of the victims has been identified as Ama Serwaa Konadu, a 39-year-old hairdresser and event decorator from Asiakwa in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region.

She was reportedly abducted on Tuesday, April 22, after leaving home for work.

Following her disappearance, a disturbing video surfaced online showing her being assaulted while her abductors, who claimed she was being held in Nigeria, demanded a ransom of GH₵500,000 for her release.

The victim’s family quickly reported the matter to the police and other relevant security agencies, providing the video to aid investigations.

In a statement, the Ghana Police Service confirmed that the suspects were arrested from hideouts in both Ghana and Nigeria.

The Police assured the public that additional details surrounding the rescue operation will be disclosed as investigations progress.

The Service also extended its heartfelt gratitude to the National Signals Bureau and the Nigeria Police Force for their invaluable support and cooperation.

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During cross-examination at the Human Rights Division of the High Court, State Attorney Nancynetta Twumasi Asiamah suggested that the Multimedia Group employee may not have suffered any injuries at all, even if he was assaulted by uniformed police officers at the CID Headquarters that evening.

Presenting a series of speculative theories, the State Attorney implied that Latif’s decision to seek treatment in California was a calculated attempt to bolster his case.

“You went on a fishing expedition,” she said, referring to his visits to Loma Linda University Medical Centre and the Southern California Brain Centre for treatment.

Latif rejected the claims as false. He explained that his condition showed little improvement after nearly two years of treatment in Ghana.

He told the court that he endured severe pain while trying to keep his job at Multimedia, pushing through repeated relapses. “The decision to travel abroad for medical attention,” he said, “was necessitated by the apparent lack of improvement in my condition.”

He maintained that he was “assaulted by uniformed officers of the Ghana Police Service” and suffered a “fractured skull and its cascading effects.”

The State Attorney also challenged the journalist’s failure to provide photographic evidence of his injuries in court. In response, Latif said he and his legal team anticipated attempts by the police to deny responsibility, which is why they requested CCTV footage from the CID Headquarters. The police have refused to release the footage, claiming their cameras did not capture the incident.

“I put it to you that no police officer assaulted you,” the State Attorney said again.

Latif described the assertion as “insensitive.” He told the court, “My Lord, it is very insensitive on the part of Counsel to suggest that no officer assaulted me.”

He gave a detailed and emotional account of the alleged assault and added, “I am the one who suffered the beatings and the injuries.” He described as “traumatic” the recurring suggestion that no assault occurred.

“The medical records will tell the story, My Lord. The medical record will tell the story of skull fracture, brain injury, PTSD, and traumatic brain injury,” he stated emphatically.

In another twist, the State Attorney theorised that Latif could have sustained the injury during the brief period between leaving the CID Headquarters and arriving at his office in Kokomlemle.

Latif denied the claim outright, calling it false and reiterating that the injury occurred at the hands of police officers.

The State Attorney further argued that all the physicians who treated Latif based their conclusions solely on his narrative.

The journalist countered, “Doctors and physicians are professionals. Medical professionals don’t take complaints at face value. They conduct their investigations to arrive at a professional conclusion, which was what happened in my case, My Lord.”

Latif, who returned from the United States in February after another round of intensive treatment following a relapse, became visibly emotional at some points during cross-examination.

Nevertheless, he maintained his composure and responded firmly to the State Attorney’s questions.

He also revealed to the court that he now owes Loma Linda University Medical Centre over $25,000 for his most recent treatment.

Latif has been in the witness box for three years, undergoing continuous cross-examination in a trial that has drawn criticism for its length and complexity.

The case is scheduled to return to court on June 12, 2025.

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According to Sylvia Awumey, a journalist based in Ketu South, the incident occurred at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Monday.

She reported that the deceased, Christopher Ahordo, popularly known in the area as Colombo, had unusually extended his working hours beyond his typical 5:00 p.m. closing time under unclear circumstances.

Eyewitnesses stated that while Colombo was in the process of closing his mobile money (MoMo) shop at about 6:15 p.m., two men dressed in long robes, with their faces covered and wielding pump-action guns, approached him.

They seized a bag believed to contain money, and as they were leaving the scene, one of the robbers shot him in the left side of his chest.

Colombo is said to have died at the scene. Witnesses indicated they were unable to assist him immediately, as the assailants were firing indiscriminately while fleeing into a nearby bush.

The incident reportedly occurred at Gbagblakope, near the Diamond Cement Factory in Aflao.

According to Sylvia, residents retrieved the body and conveyed it to the Ketu South Municipal Hospital mortuary.

The matter has since been reported to the municipal police, who are now handling the investigation.

MoMo robberies have become a common occurrence in Ghana, with several people losing their lives. This year alone, multiple incidents have been reported in the Ashanti Region, with fatalities recorded.

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In a statement, the Police assured that efforts are underway to identify and arrest the perpetrators.

Meanwhile, the Police have encouraged anyone with credible information that could assist in the investigation to come forward.

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The authority has officially reported the incident to the Nima Division of the Ghana Police Service for a full investigation.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the GTA confirmed that its Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Maame Efua Houadjeto, dispatched a high-level delegation to inspect the facility in question.

The team included Mr. Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey (Deputy CEO, Special Duties), Mr. Ekow Sampson (Deputy CEO, Operations), Ms. Roberta Dawson-Amoah (Greater Accra Regional Director), and Ms. Clara Nketiah (Deputy Director of Marketing).

The GTA emphasized that the visit was aimed at verifying the facts and taking the necessary regulatory actions to ensure compliance within the hospitality sector. The authority also commended the Ghana Police Service for its collaboration in the ongoing probe.

During the inspection, the GTA team also visited the Royal Dede Beach Resort, which had been converted into a hostel under new management without notifying the authority.

Investigations revealed that the facility was operating in violation of the Tourism (Registration and Licensing of Accommodation) Regulations, 2016 (L.I. 2239).

The operator has since been directed to the Standards and Quality Assurance Department of the GTA for further regulatory action.

The GTA reiterated that all accommodation facilities must register and obtain a license before commencing operations, as mandated by L.I. 2239. This regulation is designed to ensure safety, quality, and compliance across Ghana’s tourism and hospitality industry.

The authority remains committed to protecting the public and maintaining high standards in the sector. It has urged citizens to report any suspicious or unlicensed facilities to the nearest GTA office.

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The soldiers are said to have killed the civilian, identified as Akwasi Lala, also known as Kushivi and injured three others during a confrontation with some mourners who were on their way to bury their friend at the Nyinahin cemetery.

This was contained in a press statement signed by the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Godwin Ahianyo, the Ashanti Regional Police Public Relations Officer.

DSP Ahianyo noted that the Regional Police Commander, DCOP Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe, had since visited both the crime scene and the injured victims at the hospital.

The Regional Commander had also assured the community that a thorough investigation was underway and that those responsible would be brought to justice.

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It contained concealed substances suspected to be cocaine and destined for the Netherlands.

In a statement, NACOC noted that a total of 73 slabs, weighing 89.74 kg, were intercepted.

Four suspects have been arrested and are currently in custody at NACOC while investigations are underway.

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Tensions flared in the Binduri District of the Upper East Region following the rejection of the District Chief Executive (DCE) nominee on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

Amidst the chaos, the newly elected Presiding Member, who doubles as the Assemblyman for Kaadi Electoral Area, Samuel Azure, was brutally assaulted.

Reports by Accra-based Citi FM indicate that the attack occurred after the DCE nominee failed to secure the required two-thirds majority of assembly members’ votes.

However, it is not immediately clear why Mr. Azure was the target of the attack, with the culprits yet to be identified.

With no arrests made, the Binduri District Assembly is also yet to announce the next line of action following the failed confirmation.

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The group includes 32 Nigerian women, suspected of engaging in prostitution, and 10 Ghanaian young men, believed to be involved in drug peddling.

According to the Central North Police Commander, DCOP Abraham Acqaye, some of the suspects were arrested during operations at suspected hotspots, while others were caught in the act.

The suspects, aged between 20 and 32, were found with various items, including quantities of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, concoctions believed to be laced with Indian hemp, condoms, and cigarettes.

During initial questioning, some of the suspects claimed to be victims of human trafficking. According to them, they were lured with promises of legitimate employment but were later forced into prostitution upon arrival.

Others disclosed that they were compelled to work under exploitative conditions to repay debts owed to their traffickers, who demanded large sums of money before releasing them.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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Chidemma Nweke, also known as Mama, a 24-year-old sex worker, and Mercy Francis, a 27-year-old trader, are accused of luring the victims from Nigeria under the pretext of securing them jobs.

The accused were arrested by a team of police officers at Asuogya Krobo in Wassa Akropong in the Western North Region.

They are facing charges of abetment of crime to wit human trafficking, and human trafficking. Nweke is alleged to have trafficked one victim, while Francis, also known as Blessing or Gina, allegedly trafficked two.

Both have pleaded not guilty. The court, presided over by Mrs. Christina Cann, remanded them into lawful custody to reappear on April 29, 2025.

Meanwhile, two of their alleged accomplices, identified as Favour and Blessing, are currently at large.

According to the prosecution, the complainant is Chief Calistus Eloziepuwa, President of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation in Ghana. The accused, both Nigerian nationals, were residing at Wassa Akropong.

On April 7, 2025, Chief Eloziepuwa and victim Favour Chinecherem reported the case to the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters. They explained that a good Samaritan had helped Favour escape from the traffickers while en route to Accra.

During interrogation, Favour disclosed that more victims were being held captive at Asuogya Krobo in Wassa Akropong and identified all four suspects.

On April 10, 2025, a team from the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, led by the Station Officer, conducted an operation in Wassa Akropong. Six additional victims were rescued, and the two accused were arrested.

Preliminary investigations revealed that Nweke had recruited and transported Favour from Nigeria to Ghana under the pretense of offering her work in a boutique. Upon arrival, however, Nweke confined her in a brothel at Asuogya Krobo and forced her into prostitution, collecting the proceeds.

Later, Mercy Francis, who managed the brothel and a drinking spot called Royal City Pub, advised Nweke to sell the victim. Mercy allegedly introduced buyers, including another individual named Favour (the third accused) and one Blessing (the fourth accused). The victim was reportedly sold for GH¢5,000.

Following the sale, Mercy received GH¢500 as her share, which she used to paint the pub.

Prosecutors said investigations are ongoing to apprehend the remaining suspects.

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Elliam took the money from the complainant, Mr. Daniel Odoi Otu, under the pretext of supplying him with an auto diagnostic machine but failed to deliver the equipment.

He admitted to the charge and was sentenced accordingly.

During the trial, Elliam confessed to receiving GH₵37,000.00 from Otu but disputed the complainant’s total claim of GH₵53,000.00.

The Court advised Otu to pursue civil action against Elliam to recover the outstanding amount once the convict serves his sentence.

Presenting the facts, Police Chief Inspector Achana Apeweh told the Court that the complainant, Otu — an auto mechanic residing at Kasoa Nyayano — gave Elliam, an IT technician from Takoradi, GH₵53,000.00 in May 2023 to purchase the auto diagnostic machine.

Elliam promised to deliver the equipment by December 2023 but failed, and all efforts by Otu to reach him proved futile.

Chief Inspector Apeweh said Elliam was later arrested at his hideout on April 1, 2025.

During police investigations, Elliam admitted to using the money for personal purposes. He was subsequently charged and arraigned before the court.

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Daniel Ayetey, 38, pleaded not guilty to the charge of defrauding by false pretence.

The court, presided over by Isaac Addo, adjourned the case to May 14, 2025, and instructed the prosecution to ensure full disclosure of evidence before the next hearing.

According to Police Chief Inspector Josephine Lamptey, the complainant, Bright Oduro, a mechanic based in La, had been searching for a container to rent for his wife in February 2025.

During his search, an agent identified as Leonard Dunyo introduced Oduro to Ayetey, who allegedly claimed he had a container available for rent. Both parties settled on a two-year advance payment of GH¢16,000.

The complainant subsequently paid GH¢11,000 to Ayetey and spent an additional GH¢8,000 on renovation materials for the container.

However, the arrangement took an unexpected turn when Ayetey’s aunt, identified as the rightful owner of the container, instructed Oduro to halt the renovation. She also provided documents to confirm her ownership of the property.

Feeling defrauded, the complainant lodged a report with the police, which led to Ayetey’s arrest and prosecution.

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The unfortunate incident occurred on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

In a statement, the Director of Public Affairs, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Grace Ansah-Akrofi, confirmed that the officers were in plain clothes.

They were traveling on a private motorbike from Bongo to Binduri when they were ambushed by the robbers, who also made away with the motorbike.

The identities of the officers are being withheld as authorities work to inform their families in line with traditional and customary practices.

“The Police Administration wishes to express its deepest condolences to the bereaved families, the Regional Commander, as well as all officers and men in the region. Our hearts and prayers are with you,” the statement added.

The Police have assured that efforts are underway to apprehend those responsible and bring them to justice.

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This follows his second appearance in court on April 9, 2025, where he pleaded guilty to the charges against him.

Nii Afful will serve his sentence with hard labour at the Nsawam Maximum Security Prison.

The incident occurred at Korle Gonno on Thursday, March 20, 2025, after a misunderstanding between the 29-year-old fisherman and his girlfriend, 21-year-old Francisca Aryee who live together and have two children.

He was subsequently arrested on Friday, March 21, 2025, and earlier remanded two weeks into police custody.

Preliminary investigations revealed that Francisca attempted to leave for her mother’s house but was assaulted.

The widely circulated video showed Nii Baah repeatedly striking the woman with a stick after she allegedly told him she had found a new partner who was “more handsome and responsible” and no longer wished to be with him.

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The suspects are currently in the custody of the Central North Police Command’s Anti-Galamsey Taskforce.

They have been identified as Duut Kwabena Sakakba, 38, Douglas Nyamekye, 36, Ma Jian, 37 (Chinese), Ma Young, 31 (Chinese), and Ma Haibi, 54 (Chinese).

Reports indicate that their illegal mining activities have caused severe pollution of the river, which serves as a crucial water source for the surrounding communities.

The suspects are awaiting court proceedings, as confirmed by a statement from the Central North Regional Police Command. During the operation, two excavators with chassis numbers SY 6HK1-XABEA-01-C3 and SWE365E00762 were seized.

The operators of these excavators fled the scene upon seeing the police task force, taking the ignition keys with them.

Additionally, a Toyota Hilux with registration number GE-2743-13 was impounded at the site.

The police are working to transport the excavators to a secure location and are tracking the owners of the equipment to make further arrests.

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The shooting resulted in the death of one civilian and the injury of two others, further escalating tensions.

In retaliation, radical youth reportedly attacked the police commander’s residence, setting it on fire. It remains unclear if anyone was inside the house at the time.

Joy News sources also indicate that a police barracks was targeted, and a police vehicle was set on fire. As a result, security forces evacuated personnel from the barracks.

Tensions are high, and security agencies are working to restore order in the area.

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Razak, also known as Nii Atofotse, faces additional charges of threatening death and stealing, all of which he denied.

Police Chief Inspector Salifu Nashiru informed the court, presided over by Enid Marful-Sau, that the complainant is a trader and the guardian of the victim, a Junior High School student.

The court was also told that Razak, an ex-convict, resides in Manhean, while the complainant and the victim’s parents are neighbors in Accra.

The prosecution stated that the victim often spent time at the complainant’s house due to his parents’ busy schedules.

On January 7, 2025, around 1300 hours, the victim was sent to deliver a laptop computer and a charger to his brother.

The complainant was at home when he received a phone call from the victim’s father, informing him that the victim had damaged someone’s car.

The caller allegedly demanded GH¢500.00, threatening to report the incident to the Adabraka Police Station if the money was not paid.

The complainant was instructed to go to the police station to assist the victim.

The court heard that the complainant complied and went to the police station, but did not find the victim there.

The complainant then returned home and searched the entire area but was unable to locate either the victim or the caller.

Later, the victim returned home and, when questioned, revealed to the complainant that Razak had approached him while he was on his way back after delivering the laptop computer and charger.

According to the prosecution, Razak asked whether the charger the victim was carrying was a phone charger, and the victim clarified that it was a laptop charger.

Razak then pulled a knife from his pocket, lured the victim into an unfinished building at Odumase, and asked for the victim’s parents’ phone number.

He used the number to call the victim’s father and demanded GH¢500 from him.

Razak also threatened the victim with the knife, forcing him to tell his father that he had indeed damaged his car.

He then ordered the victim to perform oral sex on him.

The prosecution further stated that after becoming erect, Razak sat on a cement block in the uncompleted building and commanded the victim to sit on his manhood.

When the victim attempted to have anal sex with him, he was unable to penetrate.

Razak then made the victim bend over and inserted his finger in the boy’s anus for some time before forcing his manhood into the victim’s rear to engage in anal sex.

After the act, Razak took the laptop charger from the victim, searched his pockets, and stole GH¢50.00.

The prosecution also reported that Razak threatened the victim, saying there were three marks on his arm and that if the victim informed anyone about the incident, the marks would reveal it to him, and he would come after the victim to kill him.

Later, the court heard that Razak took the victim to a nearby provision store, where he bought a drink and sachet water for him before leaving.

The prosecution stated that on March 5, 2025, Razak was spotted near the victim’s school.

The victim raised the alarm, leading to Razak’s arrest. The complainant was promptly informed.

The court was told that during investigations at the Amasaman Divisional Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit of the Ghana Police Service, Razak was found to have been involved in a similar crime in March 2017.

He was freed from Nsawam Prison in November 2024.

The prosecution stated that a Police medical report form was issued to the complainant to facilitate the victim’s hospital examination, treatment, and subsequent report.

On March 7, 2025, the endorsed medical report form was submitted by the complainant.

Following this, the accused was cautioned and later arraigned after thorough investigations.

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Ahmed Mohammed Lawal was admitted to bail in the sum of GH₵1 million with two sureties. The presiding judge, Mr. Isaac Addo, also ordered the Prosecution to comply with the rules of disclosure. The case has been adjourned to May 7, 2025.

Lawal faces charges of unlawful entry and stealing electrical cables worth GH₵1,035,500, a charge he denies.

Earlier, the Prosecution, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Agustin Kingsley Oppong, informed the Court that the complainants—Samuel Nii Tettey, a safety officer, and Davidson Mensah Otinkorang, an electrical engineer—were employees at the Bank of Ghana’s new building, which was under construction.

According to the Prosecution, on February 16, 2025, the complainants discovered that someone had broken into the Energy Farm at the construction site and stolen a quantity of copper cables, specifically 1c x240 and 1c x300 square cables, valued at GH₵1,035,500.

The Prosecution explained that the discovery led to a review of the site’s Close-Circuit Television (CCTV) footage, which showed Lawal and two others stealing the cables. The bundles of electrical cables were stored at the site.

The complainants apprehended Lawal and handed him over to the police. Investigations revealed that the accused and two accomplices, who remain at large, accessed the Energy Farm via a scaffold. They used a sharp object to cut the cables and remove them.

Further investigations showed that Lawal sold the stolen cables to a buyer at Kwame Nkrumah Circle and received GH₵2,000 for his share.

Despite being unable to lead the police to arrest his accomplices or the alleged “dishonest receiver,” Lawal is facing serious charges in connection with the theft.

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On April 2, 2025, the police, working alongside personnel from the Formed Police Unit, apprehended Frank Afoko, 41, and Kojo Agyapong, 31.

Their arrest followed an investigation into a viral video from March 14, 2025, which showed individuals at the funeral grounds in Attakrom, near Bibiani, openly possessing and discharging firearms.

The suspects, after being arrested, were interrogated by the regional investigation team, led by the crime officer. They admitted to being the individuals featured in the viral video.

Both suspects are currently in custody, assisting with further investigations.

The police have also launched efforts to apprehend other individuals who were seen in the viral footage and remain at large.

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