Tsatsu Tsikata calls for reparations for SALL residents disenfranchised in 2020 elections
via GhanaWeb2 min read
Veteran Ghanaian lawyer Tsatsu Tsikata has advocated for reparations for residents of the Santrofi, Akpafu, Lolobi, and Likpe SALL traditional areas, citing their disenfranchisement during the 2020 general elections as a significant and unresolved injustice. Speaking at an honorary lecture organized by the UPSA Law School on April 15, 2026, Tsikata argued that these communities were denied their constitutional right to vote and parliamentary representation. He stated that the consequences of this disenfranchisement extend beyond the electoral process, emphasizing that a winner was declared in the Hohoe Constituency despite SALL residents being prevented from voting there, leading to a period without parliamentary representation for them. Tsikata described this situation as an affront to the Republic and a violation of fundamental human rights. He noted that while a Guan District and Constituency have since been created, these measures do not fully address the injustice. Tsikata reiterated that the communities are owed reparation for the period they lacked parliamentary representation and access to resources. He also mentioned ongoing legal efforts to seek redress, with the matter currently before the Supreme Court, and criticized inconsistencies in judicial decisions regarding electoral disputes.
Free daily or weekly digest of the most important stories from across 18 African countries. No spam, unsubscribe any time.
This summary was AI-generated from a story originally published by GhanaWeb.
The US Department of Justice has released a statement regarding the extradition of Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, from Ghana. Kumi faces charges related to an alleged $8 million romance scam targeting over 80 elderly American victims. The statement outlines the charges, potential prison sentence, and seized assets, which include a mansion, a Lamborghini, a Tesla Cybertruck, a Mercedes Benz, and a BMW. Kumi, 31, was arrested in Ghana on December 11, 2025, and extradited to the United States on July 9. Court documents allege that from April 2023 to November 2025, Kumi and co-defendant Daniel Yussif led a criminal network that used online dating sites and social media to target victims, often widows or divorcees. Kumi allegedly employed AI-driven video platforms and leveraged Ghanaian associates to maintain false identities. Victims reportedly sent money via wire transfer, with portions laundered through money mules and contacts in the Ghanaian immigrant community in the U.S. Kumi is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy, facing up to 20 years imprisonment if convicted. The investigation was conducted by the FBI Cleveland Division, with cooperation from several Ghanaian and U.S. agencies.
Abdul-Wahab Hanan Aludiba, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company NAFCO, has accused the Bureau of National Investigations BNI and the Economic and Organised Crime Office EOCO of disregarding a High Court order. Aludiba states the High Court in Accra permitted him to travel abroad for medical treatment. He alleges that despite this order, he was arrested at Accra International Airport, preventing him from boarding his flight. He further claims EOCO and the Attorney General's Office unlawfully retained approximately £7,000, two mobile phones, and his passport after his release. Aludiba asserts the £7,000 was borrowed for his travel and medical treatment in the United Kingdom. He also alleges that officials accessed information on his mobile phones without judicial authorization while the devices were in BNI and EOCO custody on July 6 and July 7, 2026. Aludiba is asking the High Court to compel the Attorney General, EOCO, and BNI to comply with its June 29, 2026 order by releasing his passport, the £7,000, and the two mobile phones. He describes his arrest as unlawful and contemptuous, stating the Attorney General's application to revoke his travel permission is based on false allegations. The Attorney General is seeking to revoke the court's permission, alleging Aludiba attempted to use fraudulent means to withdraw funds from a frozen Republic Bank account, an allegation Aludiba denies.
Must ReadAdeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, who claimed to be the director general of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council PFIPC, has been arrested in Osun State, Nigeria. His arrest follows a warrant issued by the Federal High Court in Abuja after he failed to appear for charges of forgery and impersonation. The case emerged after President Bola Tinubu ordered a corruption investigation into the fictitious agency. Police confirmed the involvement of their Force Intelligence Department and Intelligence Response Team in the arrest. The presidency stated that an official-looking letter establishing the agency was fake, and forensic analysis confirmed the forgery of the signature of the president's chief of staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, on the appointment letter. Adeyemi had previously maintained his innocence in media interviews and cited safety fears for his absence in court. Court documents indicate Adeyemi and two others are accused of using forged documents to establish and operate the council, open bank accounts, and seek official recognition for the non-existent agency. Although the PFIPC had secured office space and appeared in the 2026 Appropriation Act with an allocation of 1.3 billion naira, the Accountant-General's Office confirmed it never operated an account with the Central Bank of Nigeria or received public funds.