UK-Based TikToker and Ghanaian Nurse Arrested for Spreading False Coup Videos
Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, known as Ghana Jollof, domiciled in the UK, used her TikTok account to spread false news and inciteful comments.
In Brief
- •Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, known as Ghana Jollof, domiciled in the UK, used her TikTok account to spread false news and inciteful comments.
- •Salomey Awiti Bafoh, a nurse from Techiman, Ghana, assisted in disseminating the videos and was arrested on September 17, 2026.
- •Forensic analysis revealed significant financial transfers to Salomey Bafoh, with some funds remitted from Barbara Kodua in the UK.
- •Salomey Bafoh was remanded into police custody until September 30, 2026, for abetting the publication of false news.
- •The Ghana Police Service is continuing investigations to identify other participants and financial sponsors involved in the activities.
Why It Matters
The arrest of Barbara Asantewaa Kodua and Salomey Awiti Bafoh highlights the growing issue of misinformation and its potential to incite violence. This case underscores the need for stricter regulations on online content and the importance of financial transparency in social media activities. The actions taken by the Ghana Police Service demonstrate the commitment to maintaining public safety and combating the spread of false information.
Key Details
- Arrest Date
- September 17, 2026
- Remand Date
- September 30, 2026
- Location of TikToker
- United Kingdom
- Location of Nurse
- Techiman, Ghana
- Charges
- Publication of False News, Inciteful Comments, Offensive Conduct, Abetment of Crime
Context & Background
The case involves the dissemination of false news and inciteful comments through social media, which has been a growing concern in recent years. The Electronic Transactions Act, 2008, and the Criminal and Other Offences Act, 1960, provide the legal framework for addressing such offenses.
What To Watch
September 30, 2026
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