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CID boss joins global leaders for UN Cybercrime Convention in Vietnam
The Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), COP Yaa Donkor, has arrived safely in Hanoi, Vietnam, to participate in the Signing Ceremony and High-Level Conference of the UN Convention Against Cybercrime.
She is part of the Ghanaian delegation led by the Minister for Communications at the historic global event, which brings together leaders and experts from around the world to strengthen cooperation in the fight against cybercrime.
In a facebook post, COP Yaa Donkor said it was an honour to represent Ghana at the conference, adding that the gathering marks a major step forward in promoting global unity against the growing threat of cybercrime.
“As the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department, this moment holds deep significance. The Convention will strengthen international collaboration, improve access to digital evidence, and enhance the capacity of law enforcement agencies, including the Ghana Police Service, to investigate and prevent cyber-enabled crimes across borders effectively” she said.
She further noted that Ghana remains committed to working with international partners to ensure a safer and more secure digital space for all.
The UN Convention Against Cybercrime aims to enhance global efforts to combat online criminal activities through improved information sharing, joint investigations, and stronger legal cooperation among member states.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Accra High Court of Ghana has granted bail in the sum of GH¢30 million to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in a major development in his ongoing extradition case.
Abu Trica as part of the bail condition is expected to provide two sureties.
His lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, disclosed the decision in a Facebook post on Tuesday.
Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, has been at the centre of a prolonged legal process to extradite him.
The latest ruling allows him temporary freedom while legal proceedings continue.
His legal team is expected to provide further updates on the next steps in court.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) today commenced its second Zonal Public Hearing in Kumasi Ashanti Region to examine the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report on public schools and District Assemblies yesterday, April 20, 2026.
In her opening remarks, the Chairperson of the Committee, Abena Osei Asare noted that the Committee will consider four (4) Auditor – General’s reports, namely, District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) & Other Statutory Funds, The Accounts of District Assemblies for the Financial Year (IGF), Pre-University Education Institutions and lastly Colleges of Education in the year ending 31st December 2024.
She assured the various District Assemblies and other institutions invited to respond to infractions cited in the Auditor-General’s report that the Committee would be transparent in asking questions as well as granting opportunities to all to explain issues to the Committee.
Abena Osei Asare, allowed the Ranking Member of the Committee, Samuel Atta Mills to chair the sitting with the explanation that her government was in power then, therefore she could not chair over Auditor-General reports of 2024.
