Ablekuma North Violence: Police Say Eight Arraigned
The Ghana Police Service has announced the arraignment of eight suspects in connection with the Ablekuma North Parliamentary rerun violence last month.
They were arraigned before the Circuit Court in Accra on August 26, 2025.
A statement by the police identified the accused persons as Mohammed Abubakari, 32, a Private Security Officer; Tijani Mahamudu, 38, a Driver; and Prince Dzakpasu, 39, a Businessman.
The rest are Anas Mohammed, 42, an Estate Developer; Mohammed Hamda, 35, a Mechanic; Darko Otibu Samuel, 33, a Businessman; Musah Muntari, 46, a Station Manager; and Ali Saeed alias Bomba, 43, a Businessman.
They have been charged with Conspiracy to Commit Crime, to wit: Assault, and Assault contrary to Sections 23(1) and 84 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).
“All eight accused persons pleaded guilty to charges,” the statement noted, adding that the case has been adjourned to 29th August 2025, and each accused person was granted bail in the sum of GHC80,000.00 with one surety.
“The Accra Regional Police Command reiterates its commitment to ensuring justice and maintaining peace and order,” it emphasised.
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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