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The Ghana Police Service says it will trigger its internal disciplinary process to address a misunderstanding over police duties which resulted in heated verbal exchanges between a junior Police officer and his superior in public.
The incident allegedly occurred on the Atwima-Foase road in the Ashanti Region.
A video of the argument between Corporal Boakye, an officer with the Formed Police Unit, and Supt. Albert Quansah, the Atwima-Foase District Commander, has subsequently gone viral on social media.
JoyNews checks reveal the misunderstanding started on the morning of Wednesday, July 20 at a spot between Yabi and Dida on the Atwima Foase road when Corporal Boakye and some members of the FPU were conducting traffic checks.
JoyNews sources say the District Commander, who was driving on the stretch in his private vehicle, stopped and advised the men to move from that area of the road to avoid accidents, but he was ignored.
Our sources revealed the Commander drove off and returned minutes later in the official vehicle of the District Headquarters, together with the Station Officer and two other officers.
In an ensuing verbal exchange captured on video, the District Commander, Supt. Quansah is seen asking Corporal Boakye to get into the Police vehicle, an order the junior officer declined.
The Commander later asked for his identity and other credentials, but Corporal Boakye is seen mentioning his name and asking the commander to “meet him” at FPU.
District Commander: “I say, get onboard!!”
Corporal Boakye: “Don’t worry”.
District Commander: “Give me your number”.
Corporal Boakye: “My number don’t you..ah, this is my name? I’m from FPU”
District Commander: “Your service number?”
Corporal Boakye: “Meet me at FPU.”
District Commander: “I should meet you at FPU?”
Corporal Boakye: “Meet me there. You are not the one who brought me here.”
Our checks revealed the FPU personnel generated this service message to the commander of the FPU, Supt. Kingsley K. Kawudie:
“The senior officer got to their checkpoints and ordered all the cars to move and go because they are not police officers, they’re armed robbers. After that, the officer went and brought his men that they should disarm the corporal who was engaged with him, and his men failed to do so, so he himself attacked the junior officer and tore his uniforms,” they wrote.
The next day, the Ashanti Regional Police Commander initiated investigations into this complaint against the District Commander.
Personnel from the Regional CID and the Police Intelligence and Professional Standards Bureau have been on the case at Foase, visiting the various scenes with the District Commander and other parties.
There are unconfirmed reports that on the day of the incident at about 10:40am, one Chief Inspector Ohene Karikari and eleven armed men from the FPU base in Kumasi stormed the Foase District Police Headquarters and threatened to “shoot the District Commander if he dares harass any of his men again.”
Source: www.myjoyonline.com
The Ghana Tourism Development Company Limited (GTD) in collaboration with the Department of Organisation and Human Resource Management, University of Ghana Business School (UGBS) has marked the 2026 World Safety Day Celebration in Accra.
The event held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Cedi Conference Centre, Legon was under the theme “Good Psychosocial Working Environment: A Pathway to Thriving Workers and Strong Organizations.”
The day is observed globally to promote safe and healthy working conditions and to raise awareness about both physical and psychological risks at the workplace.
The event formed part of efforts by stakeholders to deepen national conversations on workplace safety, particularly the growing concern about psychosocial well being.
In his keynote address, the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul Rashid Hassan Pelpuo stressed that workers must not be treated as machines but as human beings with dignity, rights and families.
He explained that unsafe work environments marked by fear, harassment, intimidation and excessive pressure reduce productivity and weaken organisations.
He noted that although physical hazards such as faulty equipment and unsafe buildings remain a concern, psychological risks including excessive workload, bullying, job insecurity and toxic communication are equally dangerous and must be addressed.
According to him, psychological hazards are real, measurable and preventable, and should be treated with the same urgency as physical risks.
He maintained that safe and healthy working conditions are not a luxury but a fundamental right that supports productivity and social justice.
Dr Pelpuo further stated that the government remains committed to strengthening occupational safety and health systems, adding that worker wellbeing is a core responsibility of leadership and not a public relations issue.
He urged employers to create environments where dignity is protected, and workers are empowered to speak without fear.
The Dean of University of Ghana Business School, Prof Ernest Y Tweneboah Koduah noted that the school is committed to shaping a better world of work that is equitable, productive and sustainable.
He announced that the school has secured accreditation from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission to introduce a programme in organisational health and safety.
He explained that gaps in workplace safety in Ghana are linked to weak enforcement, underreporting and limited professional training.
He added that the new programme will equip graduates with the skills to prioritise employee wellbeing as a key organisational responsibility.
Prof Tweneboah Koduah urged organisations to assess psychosocial risks, invest in human resource capacity and create environments where workers can openly discuss mental health concerns.
He emphasised that collaboration between academia and industry is essential to addressing workplace safety challenges.
Delivering remarks on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, the Registrar of the University of Ghana, Emelia Naa Kwantsua Agyei Mensah described the event as historic, noting that it is the first time the university is marking the global observance.
She explained that the focus on psychosocial wellbeing reflects current realities in the world of work.
She stated that employee health, including mental and emotional wellbeing, directly affects productivity, morale and institutional performance.
Mrs Agyei Mensah added that the university is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for staff and students, beyond minimum legal requirements.
She called on leaders to reflect on the kind of workplaces they create and to prioritise the wellbeing of employees.
CEO of the GTDC, Prof Kobby on his part noted that its participation aligns with its commitment under the Riyadh Declaration, which calls on member states to improve infrastructure and public safety, as well as enhance services, transport, connectivity and accessibility.
He indicated that the company intends to use the platform to highlight Ghana’s readiness to implement the declaration, with a strong focus on worker safety and wellbeing as a foundation for sustainable tourism development.
The event brought together policymakers, academics, industry players and students to discuss strategies for improving workplace safety and promoting healthier work environments across the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Armed Forces has confirmed that an escort convoy protecting civilians was attacked in Binduri in the Upper East Region, leaving three people dead.
In a press release issued on April 27, 2026, the military said the convoy, which was escorting about 140 civilians from Bawku to Bolgatanga, came under gunfire from unknown attackers.
It said the attackers shot at the convoy several times, killing three of the civilians being escorted and injuring one other person.
According to the statement, soldiers returned fire and were able to repel the attack. In the process, seven of the assailants were killed.
The military added that during a follow-up operation, weapons and ammunition were retrieved from a suspect who had taken refuge in a mosque.
The items included a G3 rifle, two loaded magazines, and additional rounds of ammunition.
It said ten other suspects have been arrested and are assisting with investigations.
The Ghana Armed Forces cautioned the public against engaging the military or any security agency during operations.
It extended condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wished the injured person a speedy recovery.
By: Jacob Aggrey
