Tension is growing in Jema in the Kintampo South District of the Bono East Region as chiefs and residents rally behind 40-year-old nurse Salomey Awiti Bafoh, demanding her release following her arrest and subsequent remand by the Adenta Circuit Court.

The community has mounted pressure on the authorities to intervene, appealing to the government and First Lady Lordina Mahama to help secure bail for the nurse, whom they describe as a responsible and well-respected member of the community.

Chiefs and residents raise alarm

Residents and chiefs of Jema held a press briefing to express their concerns over Bafoh’s arrest and continued detention.

Bafoh, a principal nursing officer, was arrested during a midnight operation on Sunday, September 13, at her residence in Hansua in the Techiman Municipality.

According to her brother, Antwi Francis, three people—two men and a woman—arrived at the residence at about 11:30 p.m., allegedly identifying themselves as National Security operatives.

He claimed that the individuals did not show the family an arrest warrant or explain the grounds for the arrest before taking his sister away.

Community questions why she was arrested

One of the major concerns raised by the residents is what they describe as conflicting explanations surrounding Bafoh’s arrest.

The residents said they initially understood that she had been arrested over allegations involving mobile money fraud.

They subsequently sought legal assistance to intervene.

However, they said they were surprised when the matter eventually came before the court and the case concerned alleged links to the TikTok account known as “Ghana Jollof.”

The residents insisted that Bafoh had no connection with the account or its operator and called for authorities to clarify the circumstances surrounding her arrest and prosecution.

Elder appeals: “Release her to us”

Community elder James Kofi Owusu described Bafoh as respectful and well-behaved, saying he had known and helped raise her from a young age.

He appealed to the government and relevant authorities to intervene, arguing that the community was struggling to understand the circumstances surrounding her detention.

The elder also called for bail, assuring authorities that Bafoh would honour any court appearance required of her.

“We need bail. Release her to us, and whenever she is needed in court, she will be present,” he said.

What the Police say

The community’s concerns come as the Police have provided details of their investigation into the case.

According to the prosecution, Bafoh allegedly acted as a liaison for UK-based TikTok user Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, popularly known as “Ghana Jollof.”

Police allege that Bafoh helped disseminate videos produced by Kodua by recruiting other people to redistribute the content across social media platforms.

The prosecution further alleges that financial transactions were identified between the two women and that money was transferred to Bafoh to support the dissemination of the videos.

Kodua has been declared wanted by the Police and is currently at large.

Nurse pleads not guilty

Bafoh has been charged with abetment of crime, specifically the alleged publication and circulation of false news, under Sections 20(1) and 208 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).

She has pleaded not guilty to the charge.

The Adenta Circuit Court denied her bail after prosecutors argued that investigations were still ongoing and that the case involved national security concerns.

She was remanded into police custody and is expected to reappear before the court on September 30, 2026.

Community demands release

Despite the prosecution’s allegations, the chiefs and residents of Jema maintain that their intervention is not intended to obstruct the judicial process.

Rather, they want Bafoh to be allowed to return to her family and community while the case proceeds.

Their appeal adds to growing calls from other quarters for the nurse’s release or bail. The NPP has also called for a review of her continued detention, while the Member of Parliament for Techiman South, Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, has appealed for her release.

For now, the case remains before the court, with the prosecution’s allegations yet to be tested at trial. Bafoh remains presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Ghana is set to open its first-ever Parliamentary Museum to the public on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, offering visitors a new opportunity to explore the country’s legislative history, constitutional development and democratic journey.

The museum, located within Parliament House in Accra, has been established to preserve Parliament’s institutional memory while giving the public, students, researchers and tourists a closer look at the evolution of Ghana’s legislature.

A new window into Ghana’s parliamentary history

The museum will bring together a collection of historical materials documenting the development of Parliament and Ghana’s constitutional institutions.

Among the exhibits will be historical photographs, parliamentary documents, records of past proceedings, artefacts and memorabilia associated with former Speakers of Parliament.

Visitors will also encounter archival materials relating to the former Legislative Council and significant milestones in Ghana’s constitutional development.

Interactive exhibits to tell Ghana’s legislative story

Beyond traditional documents and artefacts, the museum will feature interactive multimedia exhibits designed to help visitors understand how Ghana’s law-making process has evolved.

The facility is expected to provide a more accessible way for the public to learn about Parliament, governance and the institutions that have shaped Ghana’s democratic development.

For students and researchers, the museum is also expected to serve as a valuable source of primary material on Ghana’s parliamentary and constitutional history.

When will the museum be open?

The Parliamentary Museum will officially open to the public on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

According to the Parliamentary Service, visiting hours will be:

• Monday to Friday
• 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The museum is expected to welcome members of the public, students, researchers, tourists, cultural visitors, Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff.

How to visit the Parliamentary Museum

Visitors cannot simply walk in for a museum visit without booking.

According to Parliament’s official visitor information, anyone wishing to visit the museum must book online in advance.

The process is:

1. Go to the official Parliament of Ghana website.
2. Select “Visit.”
3. Choose “Museum.”
4. Complete and submit the online booking form.
5. Wait for notification confirming that the request has been approved.

Parliament’s official visitor page also provides a dedicated “Book Museum Visit” option for individuals, families and small groups.

Where is it located?

The museum is located at Parliament House in Accra, within the parliamentary precinct.

Parliament says adequate vehicle parking is available for visitors in front of the main entrance.

More than just a museum

The Parliamentary Service says the project is intended to promote openness and public education while preserving Ghana’s legislative history for future generations.

It will also provide a space where international partners and other legislatures can engage with Ghana’s parliamentary heritage and democratic development.

With its opening on September 22, the Parliamentary Museum is set to add a new public-facing dimension to Parliament House, allowing visitors to move beyond watching parliamentary proceedings and explore the historical records, objects and milestones behind Ghana’s legislative journey.

The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old ex-convict who allegedly posed as a soldier and collected money from unsuspecting members of the public in Ashaiman.

The suspect, identified as Bright Atsu Kudiabor, was arrested by the Ashaiman Police on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at about 7:00 a.m. at an area popularly known as “I Shall Return.”

Suspect allegedly paraded himself as soldier

According to the Police, Kudiabor was allegedly presenting himself as a member of the Ghana Armed Forces and using the false identity to obtain money from people in the area.

The Police said the suspect was allegedly extorting money from unsuspecting residents while parading himself as a soldier.

His activities reportedly attracted the attention of personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service, who, with assistance from members of the public, apprehended him before handing him over to the Police.

Military camouflage uniform recovered

Following his arrest, Police conducted a search on the suspect.

The search allegedly led to the recovery of a set of military camouflage uniform, which has since been taken into custody as part of the ongoing investigation.

The recovery has become a key part of the Police investigation into how the suspect allegedly presented himself as a military officer.

Police investigations underway

Kudiabor is currently in Police custody and is assisting investigators with inquiries into the allegations.

The Police have indicated that he will be processed for court after investigations are completed.

The suspect’s arrest does not amount to a conviction, and the allegations against him will have to be tested through the appropriate legal process.

Police issue warning to public

The Tema Regional Police Command has meanwhile cautioned members of the public to remain vigilant and report individuals who falsely present themselves as soldiers or members of other security agencies.

The Command said such persons may use false identities to deceive or extort money from unsuspecting members of the public.

The Police are therefore urging residents to promptly report suspicious persons and activities to the nearest Police station.

Case heads to court

With the suspect remaining in custody, investigators are expected to complete their work before the case is sent to court.

The development has also renewed the Police’s warning against individuals who allegedly exploit the identity or appearance of security personnel to gain money or influence over members of the public.

For now, Bright Atsu Kudiabor remains an accused person, not a convicted offender, as investigations continue.

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Water and Sanitation has described the Volta Region as the cleanest region it has visited so far, as part of its ongoing monitoring of sanitation and waste management activities across the country.

The commendation was made on Friday, 18th September, 2026, when the Committee visited the Ho Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant (IRECOP) at Akrofu-Agorve, as part of the first day of its two-day monitoring tour of sanitation and waste management facilities in the Volta and Oti regions.

The Committee, led by its Chairman and Member of Parliament for Nkwanta North, Mr John Oti Bless, was taken through a presentation on the operations of the facility, including waste collection, processing, recycling, and the conversion of organic waste into compost.

Speaking to the media after the inspection, Mr Oti Bless said the visit formed part of the Committee’s oversight responsibility to assess the state of waste management infrastructure and engage operators and other stakeholders on challenges confronting the sector.

He said the Committee had so far visited about eight regions and observed significant sanitation challenges in several parts of the country. He, however, singled out the Volta Region for commendation, describing it as the cleanest region among those visited by the Committee.

“Among all the regions we have visited, Volta is the cleanest region so far,” Mr Oti Bless said, while urging the media and other stakeholders to intensify public education and advocacy on sanitation to help address the country’s waste management challenges.

The Committee also heard concerns from the Jospong Group of Companies about infrastructure gaps affecting the effective operation of the Ho IRECOP.

The Group Head of Government Relations at the Environment and Sanitation Processing Cluster of the Jospong Group of Companies, Ms Betty Brown Nyadu, identified the poor road network leading to the facility as a major challenge.

According to her, the poor condition of the access road could discourage waste operators from transporting waste to the facility and potentially contribute to the disposal of waste in nearby forests and farms. She therefore appealed to the government to construct the road to improve access to the plant and support efficient waste haulage.

She further called for the establishment of transfer stations at strategic locations closer to communities, explaining that such facilities would allow waste to be collected and consolidated before being transported to the IRECOP for processing and recovery.

Ms Nyadu also appealed for policy support to create a reliable market for materials produced from processed waste. She said about 60 per cent of the waste received at the facility was organic and could be converted into compost or organic fertiliser to support agriculture in the region, urging the government to consider measures that would promote the procurement and use of locally produced materials.

Mr Oti Bless assured the Jospong Group that the Committee would capture the concerns raised during the visit in its report to Parliament. He specifically mentioned the poor road network and the need for transfer stations as issues that required attention, adding that the Committee would engage the relevant authorities, including the Ministry of Roads and Highways.

The Chairman also reaffirmed the Committee’s support for the proposed National Sanitation Authority Bill, saying stakeholders in the sanitation sector had expressed support for the establishment of a dedicated authority to strengthen the management of sanitation in the country. The Committee’s two-day monitoring exercise continues with engagements and assessments in the region before moving to Oti Region

The Parliament of Ghana is set to open its first-ever Parliamentary Museum to the public on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, offering visitors a new opportunity to explore the country’s legislative and democratic history.

Located within the parliamentary precincts, the museum will showcase Ghana’s parliamentary journey, from the Legislative Council era through major constitutional milestones to the development of the current parliamentary system.

According to Parliament, the facility is a legacy initiative of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Alban S. K. Bagbin, aimed at improving public understanding of the country’s parliamentary history while creating greater opportunities for citizens to engage with the institution.

The museum will be open to the public from Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 4:30pm.

Its exhibits include historical photographs, parliamentary documents, records of past proceedings, archival materials, artefacts and memorabilia associated with former Speakers of Parliament.

Visitors will also find ceremonial and symbolic items connected to Parliament, as well as interactive multimedia displays designed to explain Ghana’s law-making process and the evolution of governance in the country.

Parliament said the museum has been designed to cater for a broad range of visitors, including students, researchers, tourists, cultural enthusiasts, Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff.

For students and researchers, the facility will provide access to historical resources that can support the study of Ghana’s constitutional and parliamentary development.

Tourists and cultural enthusiasts will also have the opportunity to learn more about the country’s democratic journey through a dedicated heritage attraction within the parliamentary precinct.

Beyond public education, Parliament expects the museum to contribute to the preservation of institutional memory and offer international partners and other legislatures an avenue to learn about Ghana’s democratic heritage.

Members of the public who wish to visit are required to make a booking through Parliament’s official website. Visitors should select the Visit option, followed by Museum, and complete the booking form.

Applicants will receive notification after their requests have been reviewed and approved.

The opening of the museum forms part of Parliament’s broader efforts to promote public education, transparency and greater access to the history of Ghana’s legislature while preserving its institutional heritage for future generations.