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Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service

Law enforcement agency that investigates armed robbery, drug smuggling, cybercrime, and other criminal matters in Ghana.

2026-04-272026-07-10

In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    He also appealed to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Headquarters of the Ghana Police Service to expedite investigations into the alleged attack and ensure that justice is served.

    GJA gives Central Region NDC seven days to apologise, compensate Obaatanpa Radio
  3. Joy Online

    The prosecution said that on October 30, 2025, the Drug Law Enforcement Unit of the Criminal Investigation Department received a complaint from Mr Kwasi Dari that, on October 13, 2025, Techie-Menson and Ofosu gave a parcel to his son, David Vouganye, who was travelling to Doha, Q

    Three travel agents, tiler in court over narcotics
  4. June 2026
  5. Business & Financial Times

    These include the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC), which conducts anti-money laundering checks, and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), which carries out background verification.

    Community banks seek faster BoG approvals to drive financial inclusion
  6. Daily Guide

    In a statement signed by Chief Inspector Brigitte Babanawo, Public Relations Officer of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), the police urged candidates to remain disciplined and law-abiding as they complete the exams today, Friday, June 19.

    Celebrate Responsibly Or Face Arrest – Police To WASSCE Candidates
  7. Daily Guide

    n an interview with the media, Founder and Head Pastor of Heaven Investment Chapel International, Bishop Prosper Joemens Rohrmiller, said residents and members of the church are frustrated after repeated petitions to the Ghana Police Service, the Criminal Investigation Department

    Amrahia Dairy Farm Residents Protest Property Demolition
  8. Daily Guide

    Muntaka further revealed that an identification parade conducted at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Headquarters on February 17, 2026, led to the identification of five suspects by witnesses.

    Adabraka Robbery Case: Police Recover Weapons, Ammunition
  9. May 2026
  10. Joy Online

    At a ceremony on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, the Czech Chargé d’affaires, Nick Ojo Omorodion, officially transferred the hardware and specialised software to Mrs Lydia Donkor, the Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

    Ghana Police secure Czech cyber-forensics boost to tackle digital crime
  11. Daily Guide

    He said, “When an officer of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) headquarters was asked why the party officer was wanted, he said it was because of this post that ‘dumsor is back’.

    ‘Dumsor Is Back’ Post Begets Arrest Of Constituency Organiser
  12. The Chronicle

    A former Director General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Commissioner of Police (COP), Mr Bright Oduro, when contacted by The Chronicle for comment on the story, regarding the acquisition of the Choppers, did not hesitate to call for an independent probe into the

    Police Choppers Now ‘Flying Coffins’ … COP Bright Oduro (Rtd) Calls For Probe Into Acquisitions
  13. April 2026
  14. Daily Guide

    In case of any immigration violation by any of the suspicious characters and their assigns, the Office of the National Chief Imam cannot be held responsible The Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service to investigate the obnoxious deal and take appropriate ac

    Chief Imam Exposes Visa Racketeers
Politics

GJA demands NDC Central Region apologise and compensate Obaatanpa Radio

The News

The Ghana Journalists Association has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the National Democratic Congress Central Region branch, demanding it publicly apologise to Obaatanpa Radio, compensate the station for losses, and withdraw court action against it, following reports that NDC regional executives stormed the radio station's premises and forced it off air.

Why it matters

Press freedom: GJA demands NDC Central Region apologise to Obaatanpa Radio after storming the station—significant media accountability story.

14 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. GJA demands NDC Central Region apologise and compensate Obaatanpa Radio

    The Ghana Journalists Association has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the National Democratic Congress Central Region branch, demanding it publicly apologise to Obaatanpa Radio, compensate the station for losses, and withdraw court action against it, following reports that NDC regional executives stormed the radio station's premises and forced it off air.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Four charged with concealing marijuana in parcel to Qatar

    Four persons—three travel agents and a tiler—have appeared in an Accra court accused of concealing 4.6 kilogrammes of marijuana in a jute bag hidden among cocoa butter, kenkey and smoked fish for delivery to Qatar. The traveller arrested on arrival in Qatar is serving a 25-year sentence; the accused pleaded not guilty and were granted bail of GH¢100,000 each.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Community banks urge Bank of Ghana to speed director approvals

    A community banking expert has called on the Bank of Ghana to accelerate approvals for newly elected directors and branch openings, citing regulatory delays that could slow expansion into underserved areas and hinder financial inclusion efforts. Industry players say lengthy clearance processes increase operational costs and prevent banks from fully constituting their boards, though they acknowledge the central bank's strong regulatory oversight has strengthened sector stability.

    30 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Friday 19 June

  1. Police warn WASSCE candidates against violent post-exam celebrations

    The Ghana Police Service has warned 2026 WASSCE final-year students that violent post-exam celebrations will not be tolerated, following incidents of indiscipline including protests, vandalism, and assault at Bawku Senior High School and Zebilla Senior High Technical School.

    19 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Amrahia residents protest unlawful demolition of homes and church

    Residents of Amrahia Dairy Farm and members of Heaven Investment Chapel International demonstrated to protest the demolition of their properties, which they say were legally acquired and developed two years ago. The demonstrators claim men sent from the Jubilee House demolished the structures, and residents have appealed to President John Mahama and state institutions for intervention after repeated petitions to police and presidential offices.

    17 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 11 June

  1. Police recover weapons after Adabraka jewellery robbery arrest

    Police investigations into an armed robbery at CABEST Jewellery in Accra on November 2, 2024, have resulted in the arrest of several suspects and recovery of firearms, ammunition, and police gear. Armed robbers made away with GH¢7.5 million in cash and 620 grammes of gold valued at GH¢863,688 during the daylight attack.

    11 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Sunday 17 May

  1. Ghana Police receives Czech cyber-forensics equipment donation

    Ghana Police Service has taken delivery of advanced cyber-forensics equipment and specialised software from the Czech Republic for its Cybercrime Unit. The tools, developed by Czech firm Compelson, will enable detectives to extract and analyse encrypted data from cloud storage and smartwatches to present court-ready forensic evidence in digital crime investigations.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 13 May

  1. NPP Constituency Organiser Arrested Over 'Dumsor' Social Media Post

    David Essandoh, the Agona West Constituency Organiser of the NPP, was arrested by armed men in police garb, allegedly in reaction to a social media post claiming "dumsor is back." NPP officials have condemned the arrest as political intimidation and suppression of free speech.

    13 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Police helicopters acquired in 2023 grounded due to age concerns

    Police personnel are reluctant to fly three H125 helicopters acquired in 2023 from a South African firm because they were over fifty years old at the time of purchase and have a maximum capacity of only four persons. The helicopters, which made a public appearance during Ghana's 2023 Independence Day celebration in Ho, have remained in a hangar at the National Police Training School in Accra.

    6 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 27 April

  1. Chief Imam's office denies involvement in visa racketeering scheme

    The Advisory Board of the Office of the National Chief Imam has disclaimed a visa racketeering scandal, stating that one person nicknamed 'Paa' manufactured a list of applicants beyond the Chief Imam's intended three companions for a US medical trip, and that a gang has impersonated office holders including the position of Secretary to His Eminence.

    27 April 2026 · Daily Guide

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