Audio By Carbonatix
The Upper West Regional Police Command has secured a conviction against 19-year-old Adams Hamidu, also known as Gyida, who has been sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment in hard labour for robbery.
The verdict was delivered by the Wa Circuit Court on 5th June 2025.
In February 2025, Gyida, together with another masked accomplice, robbed a victim of a blue Honda motorcycle valued at GH¢20,000, a Tecno mobile phone worth GH¢1,300, and cash totalling GH¢10,800.
Following intelligence-led operations, Gyida was apprehended on 1st June 2025 at Domowa, in the Wa West District.
This conviction underscores the command’s steadfast commitment to safeguarding the community and upholding the rule of law.
The Regional Command has reassured the public of its continued dedication to combating crime and ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
Latest Stories
-
New Dagbon regent vows to preserve peace and uphold rotational succession
4 minutes -
Bills Micro Credit champions health and culture at ‘Homowo Health Walk’
13 minutes -
Resetting Ghana: creating jobs, ensuring accountability, and promoting shared prosperity — the role of CIPAC
27 minutes -
Trump reaffirms U.S. recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara
36 minutes -
Glasgow 2026: Ghana stripped of historic Commonwealth relay bronze after Canada wins appeal
2 hours -
ShattaFest UK cancelled over stampede incident after venue reportedly exceeds capacity
2 hours -
Mahama commissions refurbished TOR Crude Distillation Unit, commends management for turnaround
2 hours -
‘Your degree opens the door, but your skills take you further’ – MoMo’s Makafui Mattah urges students
2 hours -
GMet forecasts thunderstorms in northern Ghana, rain expected in parts of the country
3 hours -
Spain attacks ‘selfish’ response of some EU countries to Ceuta migrant crossings
3 hours -
Mountaineer Nirmal Purja killed in Pakistan avalanche, his company says
4 hours -
From punishment to purpose: Meet the Ghanaian artisan turning school cane into décor
4 hours -
NACOC arrests 10 over alleged cannabis distribution at KTU SRC Week celebration
4 hours -
Chosen Royals Montessori urges graduates to embrace curiosity, discipline and confidence
5 hours -
Gender Ministry, UNFPA rally stakeholders for implementation of revised adolescent pregnancy strategy
5 hours