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ISRAEL KWADWO SAFO AKOFENA, TWO OTHERS ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH SHOOTING INCIDENT

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The Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo, also known as Akofena, in connection with the shooting incident involving former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, on 21st June 2026. The suspect reported himself to the Regional Police Headquarters on 22nd June 2026 and was subsequently handed over to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters to assist ongoing investigations into the incident. A search conducted on his vehicle and at his residence at Kwabenya led to the retrieval of 120 rounds of 9mm ammunition, 50 rounds of .45 calibre ammunition, 25 rounds of .40 calibre ammunition, additional loaded magazines, and two Glock pistols; one of which is registered in his name. Further investigations also led to the arrest of two additional suspects, Nana Kwaku Afriyie and Kwadwo Safo Koomson, in connection with the case. All the suspects are currently in Police custody assisting investigations and will be put before court on 23rd June ...

Western Regional NDC Youth Wing Honours Joana Gyan Cudjoe for Historic Amenfi Central Victory

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                              Hon Joana Gyan Cudjoe   The Western Regional Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has honoured the Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central, Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe, with a Citation of Honour in recognition of her historic electoral victory and her unwavering commitment to the growth and development of the party and the constituency. The citation celebrates Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe's remarkable achievement in securing the Amenfi Central parliamentary seat, a feat described by the youth wing as a defining moment in the political history of the constituency. According to the citation, her victory came despite significant electoral challenges facing the NDC in the area, making her success a landmark accomplishment that has inspired party members and supporters across the Western Region. The Western Regional Youth Wing commended the MP for her resilience, determination, ...

‎Kristo Asafo Mission Denies Shooting Claims as Police Arrest Six Over Kwabenya Church Incident ‎

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  ‎*Accra* – The leadership of Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has dismissed reports circulating on social media that a woman was shot at its church premises, describing the claims as “false and misleading.” ‎ ‎In a statement issued for immediate release on Saturday, June 21, 2026, the church said the incident occurred at its Kwabenya property after a lawful church event had ended. ‎ ‎According to the release, Sarah Adwoa Safo arrived at the venue and “forcefully drove her vehicle into the entrance gates of the property.” The church stated that her vehicle struck two metallic gates, causing substantial damage to both structures. ‎ ‎The mission noted that numerous worshippers and invited guests were still on the premises at the time, with some seated close to the entrance. It added that the act created a serious risk to life and property, stressing that the safety of attendees could have been “gravely endangered” if the gates had collapsed or the vehicle had proceeded further. ...

Six Arrested Over Kwabenya Shooting Incident Involving Adwoa Safo

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Accra, June 21, 2026 – The Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with the shooting incident involving former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, at Kwabenya in the Greater Accra Region. According to a police statement issued by the Accra Regional Public Affairs Unit, the arrests followed investigations into the incident which occurred on June 21, 2026. Police disclosed that a search conducted after the arrests led to the retrieval of five pump-action guns, a Taurus pistol loaded with seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, an additional magazine loaded with five rounds of ammunition, and other communication equipment. Preliminary investigations indicate that officers from the National Operations Directorate and the Intelligence Directorate, who were on special duty, responded to a distress call from a residence in Kwabenya and proceeded to the scene. Upon arrival, the officers established that a ceremony was taking place at the r...

Joana Gyan Cudjoe Appeals for Urgent National Support as Floods Displace Thousands in Western Region

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  A Cry for Samreboi                             Hon Joana Gyan Cudjoe  The Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central, Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe, has made a passionate appeal to the Government of Ghana, development partners, and citizens across the country to urgently support victims of the devastating floods that have ravaged Samreboi and surrounding communities in the Western Region. Describing the situation as a humanitarian catastrophe, the MP said relentless rainfall has submerged homes and displaced more than 1,500 households across the Amenfi West, Amenfi Central, and Amenfi East districts, leaving many families stranded without shelter, food, and other basic necessities.                             Submerged Samreboi According to her, the floods have rendered major roads impassable, disrupted economic activities, and forced businesses t...

Joana Gyan Cudjoe Accelerates Development Agenda in Amenfi Central with Major Investments in Health, Education and Infrastructure

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                          Hon Joana Gyan Kudjoe Amenfi Central, Western Region – The Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central, Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe, is making significant strides in transforming the constituency through an ambitious development agenda focused on healthcare, education, security, road infrastructure, and economic empowerment. As part of efforts to improve access to quality healthcare, several Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds are at various stages of construction across the constituency. These include facilities at Ankwaso, Sraha Ayiem, Ankasie, Jedua Kese, Adidaase, and Hiawa. A maternity block with a theatre is also under construction at Manso Amenfi to enhance maternal and emergency healthcare services. In a further boost to healthcare delivery, medical equipment valued at GH¢1.5 million has been donated to the Manso Amenfi Health Centre as part of plans to upgrade the facilit...

Police Investigate Shooting Incident Involving Former MP Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya

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  The Ghana Police Service has launched investigations into a shooting incident involving former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, at Kwabenya in the Greater Accra Region. According to a press release issued by the Accra Regional Public Affairs Unit of the Ghana Police Service on June 21, 2026, preliminary investigations indicate that the incident occurred on Sunday, June 21, 2026, while Hon. Adwoa Safo was visiting her late father's residence at Kwabenya. The statement disclosed that the former lawmaker sustained a gunshot injury to her left ear during the incident. Following the shooting, she reported the matter to the Kwabenya Police and presented a vehicle with registration number GN 3482-24, which reportedly bore visible gunshot damage. Police authorities confirmed that the victim has been issued with a Police Medical Report Form and is currently receiving medical treatment. Meanwhile, the vehicle involved has been retained by investigators for for...