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Four Key Members of Carjacking Syndicate Arrested in Kumasi

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The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested four key members of a dangerous carjacking syndicate linked to the robbery and murder of Mr. Andrews Amankwah at Ohwim-Amanfrom in Kumasi.

The incident occurred on February 10, 2026, and has since been under intensive investigation by the police.

Coordinated Intelligence-Led Operation

Following the incident, the Inspector-General of Police directed a coordinated intelligence-led operation involving the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate, the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team, and the CID Anti-Armed Robbery Unit.

Between February 18 and 22, 2026, four suspects believed to be members of the group, identified as the “Duku Syndicate,” were arrested in separate operations across Kumasi.

Suspects Arrested

The suspects have been identified as:

Akwasi Manu (47) – Arrested for unlawful possession of the deceased victim’s Samsung mobile phone, which provided a major breakthrough in the investigation.

Bashiru Tanko alias “TK” (33) – Arrested at Atonsu, Kumasi; linked to prior car-snatching activities.

Kojo Amponsah alias “Kamakazi” (35) – Arrested at Hwireso near Boankra; intelligence connects him to multiple violent robberies.

Emmanuel Kwame Appiah alias “Taller” (38) – Arrested at Danyame, Kumasi; identified as the syndicate’s driver during the fatal robbery.

Syndicate Leader Shot, Later Dies

The alleged leader of the group, Eric Antwi Duku (42), sustained gunshot wounds during a police operation on February 22, 2026. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

Police recovered several exhibits during the operation, including:

A Bruni Mod 84 pistol loaded with eight rounds of live ammunition

A tracking detection device

Forged vehicle documents

A Toyota Corolla S (impounded)

Criminal Activities

Investigations indicate that the syndicate specialized in stealing Toyota Hilux and Land Cruiser vehicles after conducting surveillance on their victims. The group had reportedly escalated to the use of lethal force.

The syndicate has been linked to:

The Amanfrom robbery

A separate fatal robbery at Kronum

Multiple vehicle thefts in Tarkwa and Kumasi

Ongoing Investigations

The suspects, who had previously evaded arrest and were wanted by the Western Central Regional Police Command, are currently in custody and will soon be arraigned before court.

The recovered firearm is undergoing forensic and ballistic examination, and efforts are underway to arrest additional accomplices.

The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to dismantling violent criminal networks and has encouraged the public to cooperate by providing credible information to support ongoing investigations.

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TikToker Camilla Alhassan Jailed One Year for Spreading False Claims About President Mahama

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TikToker Camilla Alhassan has been sentenced to one year in prison by the Accra Circuit Court after pleading guilty to charges of offensive conduct and publishing false news.

The sentence was handed down on Thursday, July 16, after Alhassan admitted to sharing videos on social media in which she falsely claimed, without any evidence, that President John Dramani Mahama buried 32 cows as part of rituals to secure victory in the 2024 general election.

Speaking after the ruling, her lawyer, Kwadwo Gyamfi Bonsu, disclosed that the court dismissed the charge of electronic abuse, explaining that it lacked the legal jurisdiction to determine that particular offence.

Despite dropping the electronic abuse charge, the court convicted Alhassan on the count of offensive conduct and imposed a one-year custodial sentence.

According to her lawyer, the defence pleaded for a more lenient sentence, but the judge maintained that the increasing spread of false information and similar offences required a punishment that would serve as a deterrent.

Camilla Alhassan was arrested and prosecuted by the Ghana Police Service after the videos gained widespread attention on social media. Prior to sentencing, the court had also ordered a pregnancy test during an earlier hearing as part of the proceedings.

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No Region Will Be Neglected Because of Its Electoral Choices- Mahama

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President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to equitable national development, declaring that no region of Ghana would be neglected because of its electoral choices.

Speaking during the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market at Juapong in the Volta Region as part of his Resetting Ghana Tour, President Mahama said his administration was determined to ensure that every part of the country benefited from development projects.

He rejected the notion that any region should be taken for granted or left behind because of the way its people voted in elections.

“Our mandate, given to us by the good people of Ghana, is to govern the country for every Ghanaian,” he said. “Our commitment to the Volta Region is founded on fairness, equity and our constitutional responsibility to ensure balanced national development across the whole country.”

The President noted that the Volta Region had made an immeasurable contribution to Ghana’s development and deserved its fair share of national progress.

He said government was deliberately investing in infrastructure and public services across the country, including healthcare, education, roads, transport, agriculture, agro-processing and modern markets to improve livelihoods and create economic opportunities.

President Mahama made the remarks after cutting the sod for the construction of the Juapong 24-Hour Economy Model Market, one of a series of markets to be built nationwide under the government’s flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative.

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“Ghana Will Move From Tears of Joy to Great Sorrows” — Prophet Dr. Power Man

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Prophet Dr. Power Man has predicted that Ghana may witness the loss of some prominent personalities in the coming days, including a well-known lawyer and politician who has served the nation.

Speaking on Kessben 92.9 FM’s Awurade Akasa programme hosted by Prophet Richard Afful, the man of God was asked about what lies ahead for Ghana and its citizens.

According to Prophet Dr. Power Man, the country would move from a period of “tears of joy” into a time of great sorrow, as he claimed he had seen difficult moments ahead for the nation.

“I saw a prominent person in Ghana, a politician who is a lawyer and has served the nation. He is a very prominent person,” he stated.

He added that from July 14, 2026, through December 2027, Ghanaians would hear reports of the passing of some notable personalities.

“From 14th July till 2027 December, we will hear about the death of prominent people, about four or three people in the country,” Prophet Dr. Power Man said.

When asked by the host whether the people involved would be young or old, the prophet responded that some would be elderly while others would be young.

He further explained that when it comes to such situations, sickness may not always be the cause, adding that “death is what is meant to be” and should not always be attributed to witchcraft

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