Peter Nchor Asadigina, 21, and Mudasel Dramani, 19, were arrested in Hansua after allegedly killing the rider and stealing her green Bajaj tricycle.

The Ghana Police Service has arrested two young men in connection with the alleged murder of a female commercial tricycle rider and the theft of her vehicle at Afrancho, near Konkoli, in the Trede District.

The suspects, identified as Peter Nchor Asadigina, 21, and Mudasel Dramani, 19, were arrested on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Hansua in the Bono East Region following a tip-off, according to a police statement issued on Saturday, October 31.

Preliminary police investigations indicate that the suspects hired the services of the deceased at the Ampabame Lorry Station in Kumasi on Thursday, October 29, to transport them to Afrancho.

Upon reaching their destination, the two allegedly attacked and killed the rider before fleeing with her green Bajaj tricycle.

Police said the suspects were arrested while travelling towards Techiman, reportedly intending to relocate and use the stolen tricycle for commercial activities.

A search conducted following the arrests led to the recovery of several items suspected to be connected to the crime.

According to the police, the items included a number plate bearing registration number M-26-AE 2047 and eight mobile phones, among them an iPhone 12 Pro suspected to belong to the deceased.

Officers also retrieved three SIM cards, an MTN MiFi device, a bunch of keys, two lighters and a jackknife cover.

The recovered items are expected to form part of the evidence considered as investigators work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged killing and theft.

Body deposited at mortuary

The body of the deceased has been deposited at the mortuary for preservation and autopsy, the police said.

The autopsy is expected to assist in establishing the cause of death as investigations continue.

The two suspects remain in police custody and are assisting investigators with inquiries into the incident. The police have not indicated whether they have been formally charged or when they are expected to appear in court.

The arrests come as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of the rider and the disappearance of her tricycle.

Police are working to gather evidence and establish the full sequence of events leading to the incident.

The suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Twenty-one passengers rescued after an Ivorian bus rammed into a parked Burkinabè passenger bus near Samenye in the Western Region.

Eight people have died following a fatal road crash involving an Ivorian passenger bus and a parked Burkinabè passenger bus at Azuletti, near Samenye, along the Elubo–Takoradi N1 Highway in the Western Region.

The accident occurred on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at about 7:26 p.m., according to a report by Graphic Online citing information from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).

The report said the Ivorian bus, with registration number AB-415-AN, was travelling towards Benin when it crashed into the rear of the stationary Burkinabè bus, registered KJA-5604J.

The parked bus was reportedly obstructing one lane of the highway when the collision occurred.

Personnel from the GNFS station at Elubo responded to the distress call and rescued 21 passengers following the crash.

Seven people were pronounced dead at the scene, while an eighth victim later died at the hospital, bringing the total number of fatalities to eight.

Twenty-one passengers rescued

Firefighters carried out rescue operations at the scene to assist passengers affected by the collision.

The 21 rescued passengers were taken for medical attention, although the report did not specify the number of people who sustained injuries or provide details about their conditions.

The bodies of the deceased were handed over to the police, according to the report.

The identities and nationalities of all the victims had not been disclosed in the available information.

Speeding suspected as possible cause

Preliminary investigations by the Ghana National Fire Service suggested that speeding may have contributed to the accident.

However, the precise circumstances leading to the collision had not been conclusively established in the report, and the suspected role of speed remains subject to further investigation.

The presence of the parked bus obstructing a lane of the highway was also a key detail in the account of the incident.

Authorities are expected to establish the full circumstances surrounding the crash as investigations continue.

Road safety concerns

The tragedy has resulted in the deaths of eight people and prompted a rescue operation involving emergency personnel along the busy highway.

The incident highlights the dangers posed by collisions involving commercial passenger vehicles, particularly on major roads used for long-distance travel across the sub-region.

As investigations proceed, determining why the Burkinabè bus was parked on the highway and the circumstances under which the Ivorian bus approached it will be important to establishing the sequence of events that led to the fatal collision.

Beatrice Mumuni is in custody in connection with the killing of George and Irene Atuguba at NTHC Estate, as police intensify efforts to locate another suspect.

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 47-year-old woman, Beatrice Mumuni, in connection with the murder of a couple, George Atuguba and Irene Atuguba, at NTHC Estate, Sakumono, in the Greater Accra Region.

The arrest was announced by the Police Service in a social media statement on Saturday, October 31, 2026, a day after the killings reportedly occurred.

According to the police, Mumuni was arrested on Friday, October 30, as part of investigations into the deaths of the couple. The announcement also indicated that a key suspect in the case had been declared wanted.

The police did not disclose the specific role the arrested woman is suspected of playing in the incident or provide details about the circumstances surrounding her arrest.

The statement, however, confirmed that investigations were ongoing and that the police were pursuing another individual believed to be central to the case.

Key suspect declared wanted

In the same announcement, the Police Service declared a key suspect wanted in connection with the murders and released photographs believed to be intended to assist efforts to locate the individual.

The declaration suggests that investigators are pursuing additional leads as they work to establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths of George and Irene Atuguba.

However, the police statement did not provide the name, age or other identifying details of the wanted suspect in the text accompanying the photographs.

It also did not indicate whether the arrested woman had been formally charged or appeared before a court.

Police investigations continue

The arrest marks an initial development in the investigation into the deaths of the couple, with police expected to continue gathering evidence and questioning persons who may have information relevant to the case.

The circumstances surrounding the alleged murders, including the motive and the events leading to the deaths, were not disclosed in the announcement.

The Police Service has not provided further details about the relationship, if any, between the arrested woman and the deceased couple.

As investigations continue, the focus remains on establishing the full facts of the case, determining the involvement of any other persons and bringing those responsible before the law.

The arrest of Mumuni does not amount to a determination of guilt. She remains a suspect unless and until the allegations are established through the legal process.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has reaffirmed its confidence in Alexander Afenyo-Markin as Minority Leader, signalling continued support for his leadership and role in steering the party’s business in Parliament.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has reiterated its confidence in Alexander Afenyo-Markin, reaffirming his position as Minority Leader in Parliament amid the party’s continued focus on its parliamentary leadership and responsibilities.

The reaffirmation underscores the party’s position on the leadership of its parliamentary caucus and its support for Afenyo-Markin’s continued role in representing the Minority in the House.

As Minority Leader, Afenyo-Markin occupies a central position in coordinating the caucus, articulating the party’s position on national issues and leading its engagement with the Majority on legislative and parliamentary matters.

The NPP’s reaffirmation also highlights the importance of leadership continuity within the parliamentary caucus as the party seeks to advance its agenda, scrutinise government policies and represent the interests of its supporters in Parliament.

The development comes against the backdrop of the demanding responsibilities associated with minority leadership, including holding the government accountable, participating in legislative debates and ensuring effective representation of the party’s position on matters of national importance.

Afenyo-Markin is expected to continue leading the caucus in its parliamentary engagements, with the party’s position reinforcing his standing within its parliamentary leadership structure.

The reaffirmation places the spotlight on the NPP’s commitment to its existing parliamentary leadership arrangement and the role of the Minority caucus in Ghana’s legislative process.

Ghana Police Service says the suspect was arrested with suspected narcotic substances packed in travel bags as investigations continue.

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 40-year-old man after allegedly discovering 91 parcels of suspected Indian hemp in his possession at Circle in Accra.

The arrest was announced by the Police Service in a social media post on Friday, October 30, 2026, accompanied by photographs of the suspect and the parcels reportedly seized during the operation.

According to the police, the man was apprehended with 91 parcels of a substance suspected to be Indian hemp, commonly known as cannabis. The items were shown packed inside travel bags, including a purple suitcase and a blue bag.

The police post identified the location of the arrest as Circle, a busy transport and commercial area in Accra that serves as a major transit point for commuters and travellers.

The arrest forms part of police efforts to clamp down on suspected drug-related activities and the movement of prohibited substances.

Suspected narcotics seized

Photographs released alongside the announcement show numerous yellow-wrapped packages arranged inside open suitcases, as well as an image of the man in police custody.

However, the brief public announcement did not provide details about the suspect’s identity, the precise circumstances leading to his arrest, or whether the substance had been tested to confirm its composition.

The police also did not disclose the estimated weight or street value of the 91 parcels, nor did the post indicate where the suspected substance was allegedly obtained or its intended destination.

Further details about the operation, including whether other individuals are being investigated in connection with the seizure, were not included in the announcement.

Investigations expected to continue

The arrest is expected to be followed by further investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the possession of the suspected narcotic substance and determine whether any additional offences may have been committed.

The seizure also highlights the importance of law enforcement operations targeting the possession and transportation of suspected illegal drugs in major urban centres.

The suspect’s arrest does not, by itself, establish guilt. Any criminal liability will depend on the evidence gathered by investigators and the outcome of the applicable legal process.

The Ghana Police Service had not provided further information on possible charges or the suspect’s court appearance in the post shown.

Authorities are expected to provide additional updates as investigations progress and more information becomes available.