Chaos at Accra High Court as EOCO Attempts Arrest of MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah
EOCO officials tried to arrest MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah outside the Law Court Complex in Accra on 24 September 2026.
In Brief
- •EOCO officials tried to arrest MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah outside the Law Court Complex in Accra on 24 September 2026.
- •Awuah was seeking bail for Salomey Awiti Bafoh, a senior nursing officer accused of aiding Ghana Jollof in spreading false news.
- •The bail application was adjourned to 24 September 2026 after the Attorney General’s office said it had not been assigned to a state attorney.
- •EOCO claimed the MP had ignored two February 2026 invitations to cooperate with an ongoing investigation.
- •Awuah alleged the arrest was linked to his defense of a woman in custody since 12 September.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights tensions between elected officials and law enforcement agencies in Ghana, raising concerns about the independence of the judiciary and the rule of law. It also underscores the political sensitivity surrounding the Ghana Jollof case, a high‑profile social media controversy that has attracted national attention. The clash may influence public perceptions of governmental accountability and the protection of MPs’ rights during legal proceedings.
Key Details
- Incident Date
- 24 September 2026
- Location
- Law Court Complex, Accra
- Involved MP
- Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah
- Bail Applicant
- Salomey Awiti Bafoh
- EOCO Invitations
- Two in February 2026
- Adjournment Date
- 24 September 2026
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