Former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has been referred from 37 Military Hospital to Bank Hospital in Accra for specialist treatment to remove bullet pellets and shattered glass fragments lodged in her head following a June 21 shooting incident at a residence linked to a family dispute within the Kristo Asafo Mission.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has denied claims she was armed or discharged a firearm during a shooting incident at her brother's residence, stating she does not own a gun and never used one. She also dismissed reports that she rammed her vehicle into the gate before the shooting, challenging the public to verify her vehicle's condition.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's Interior Minister Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has ordered the immediate suspension of all registered firearm licences across the country to strengthen oversight, enhance accountability, and improve national security through a comprehensive review of the firearms licensing system. The suspension was prompted by identified concerns including compliance breaches and misuse of legally registered weapons.
19 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Israel Kwadwo Safo (Akofena) has been arrested in connection with a June 21 shooting at his Kwabenya residence that injured former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo. Police recovered ammunition and firearms during a search, and two additional suspects have also been arrested as investigations continue.
23 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Interior Ministry has overhauled its firearm licensing system to require mandatory mental health assessments, drug screening, and structured training before applicants can obtain or renew gun licenses. Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak announced the reforms as a effort to close gaps in the current system and improve public safety.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister announced the immediate suspension of all registered firearm licenses in Ghana, effective June 23 noon, citing gaps in the licensing regime and compliance breaches. The directive is part of broader reforms aimed at improving oversight and national security, following a shooting incident involving a succession dispute.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →