The Accra Regional Police Command has charged eight people in connection with violent incidents that marred the Ablekuma North Parliamentary by-election re-run held on 11th July 2025.
According to a police statement issued on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, the accused persons were arraigned before the Circuit Court in Accra. They include Mohammed Abubakari, 32, a private security officer; Tijani Mahamudu, 38, a driver; Prince Dzapkasu, 39, a businessman; 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.
The police said all eight pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit crime, assault, and assault contrary to Sections 23(1) and 84 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).
The case has been adjourned to August 29, 2025. Each accused person was granted bail of GH¢80,000 with one surety.
“The Accra Regional Police Command reiterates its commitment to ensuring justice and maintaining peace and order,” the statement signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, Head of Public Affairs for the Accra Region, said.
The Ablekuma North re-run was ordered following disputes over the original election results. The violent clashes during the polls prompted heightened security and widespread public concern over electoral violence in Accra.
