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Handle the media with care: IGP urges security service
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has called on the security services to handle journalists with care as the country prepares for upcoming elections.
In an address at the International Press Centre, and on the back of a series of calls made by the President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfuor, the IGP assured that the police would provide maximum protection for journalists covering election-related activities.
Mr. Yohuno stressed that the media were partners in democracy and should not be treated as outsiders.
The IGP disclosed that 600 specially trained officers had been deployed to Akwatia to ensure peace and order during the by-election, adding that the police would deal decisively with anyone who attempted to disrupt the process.
He further assured that cases involving assaults on journalists, including the Akwatia and Kumasi incidents, were under investigation and would soon be put before court.
He noted that the police were working closely with the Attorney-General’s office to ensure justice is served.
On his part, the GJA President welcomed the assurances but urged the police to match their words with action.
He said the association would monitor court proceedings to ensure journalists who had been assaulted received justice.
Mr. Dwumfuor also drew attention to threats faced by some journalists, especially political talk show hosts, and called for improved protection and rehabilitation support for affected media personnel.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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38-year-old woman arrested for stealing one-week-old baby at Wa Market
The Upper West Regional Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old woman, Abena Martha Maanibeh, for stealing a one-week-old baby and other valuables belonging to the baby’s mother at Wa Market (Kejetia).
According to a police statement, the incident happened on August 10, 2025. The complainant, Ms. Kwofie Mwinbelle, had given birth to a baby boy at the Wa Regional Hospital on August 1.
The suspect, who was working as a caretaker for another patient at the hospital, tricked the new mother into following her to Wa Market to buy baby diapers.
She then took advantage of the situation to run away with the baby and the mother’s handbag, which contained a mobile phone, cash, and other items.
Police investigations, led by ASP Stella Atukwia of the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit, traced the suspect to her hideout at Nuobollie in the Savannah Region.
She was arrested on August 15, 2025. The stolen baby was found safe and reunited with his mother, and some of the stolen belongings were recovered.
The suspect appeared before the Wa District Magistrate Court on August 18, 2025 and has since been remanded into custody and will reappear on September 2, 2025.
The Upper West Regional Police Command assured the public of its commitment to protect lives and property.
It also thanked residents for their vigilance and support, which helped in arresting the suspect.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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NPP is a diverse party, let’s end religious and tribal bigotry campaigns – Dr. Bawumia
Flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party in the 2028 elections (NPP) and former Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has cautioned against the use of religious and tribal sentiments in the party’s internal campaign.
Dr. Bawumia expressed concern that some campaigners and flagbearer hopefuls were introducing divisive arguments, including claims that delegates should not vote for him because his wife is not a “true Ghanaian.”
He described such claims as disturbing and unrepresentative of the values of the NPP.
“We are a very diverse party covering four religions and all tribes. It is important that we remain united,” he said.
He urged his opponents to contest on the strength of their vision, mission, ideas, integrity, and track record, rather than attacking personalities based on religion or ethnicity.
Citing his own record, Dr. Bawumia reminded party members of his contributions to the NPP’s victories in 2016 and 2020, including his role in the 2013 election petition and his wife Samira’s nationwide campaign efforts.
He noted that at those times, nobody questioned his background or his wife’s identity.
He stressed that attempts to divide the party along religious or tribal lines do not reflect the views of the NPP’s rank and file.
“The NPP will always triumph over tribal and religious bigots. What we need is unity to go forward and win 2028,” he stated.
Dr. Bawumia further cautioned the party not to repeat past mistakes, recalling how divisions cost the NPP the 1979 elections.
He expressed confidence that with unity and hard work, the party could secure victory in the 2028 general elections.
By: Jacob Aggrey
