Ghanaian Woman Accuses Ex-Partner of Weaponizing Courts in Prolonged Abuse Saga
Karen Baaba Sam, the Ghanaian woman who bravely exposed years of alleged abuse at the hands of her ex-partner, Nana Kwadwo Adjei, is now fighting a new battle—one she claims is being waged not in the shadows, but in the very halls of justice meant to protect her. In a dramatic escalation of her fight for safety and custody of her six-year-old daughter, Karen has petitioned the Acting Chief Justice of Ghana, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, pleading for urgent intervention against what she describes as “continued abuse through the judicial system.” The four-page petition, dated July 1, 2025, and titled “Reminder on Previous Petitions and Further Petition Against Continued Abuse by Mr. Kwadwo Adjei and Some Judges,” alleges that Adjei is manipulating court rulings to inflict psychological torment on Karen and her young daughter. Copied to President John Dramani Mahama, the Judicial Council, Attorney-General Dr. Dominic Ayine, and multiple court registrars, the document paints a chilling picture of a woman trapped in a legal labyrinth—one where, she claims, her abuser holds the map. This is not Karen’s first cry for help. Her initial June 4 petition detailed years of alleged domestic violence, child abuse, and “biased judicial conduct” that she says has emboldened Adjei. Despite assurances of a swift response, she says she has heard nothing for over a month. “My case of grievous domestic abuses and the custody of my little daughter remains stalled and uncertain,” she laments. Meanwhile, she alleges that Adjei has exploited this judicial inertia. On June 25, Justice Kwasi Agyenim Boateng of the Accra High Court issued an order that Karen says allowed Adjei to publish defamatory content about her in the media days later. “Over the past year, I have been subjected to such rulings, judge after judge,” she writes in her petition, “except for just a few who have stood their ground.” Karen’s allegations grow even darker. She claims that the few judges who ruled fairly were “directly threatened, sometimes in open court, by Mr. Adjei.” She even accuses officials from the Judicial Training Institute of making intimidating calls to these judges. Karen says she spotted a dark grey Toyota Land Cruiser (registration GM 1152-21) parked outside Adjei’s residence. When she investigated, she was stunned to learn it was registered to the Judicial Service of Ghana. The discovery deepened her fears of high-level interference in her case. Karen’s nightmare began in 2016, when her relationship with Adjei started with affection. But by 2018, when she became pregnant, the emotional abuse had begun. That December, she alleges, he beat her while she was carrying their child. “I was more scared for my unborn child than for myself,” she recounted in earlier statements. The abuse escalated, repeated beatings, threats, and psychological torment. When her brother reported Adjei to the East Legon Police, no action was taken. Karen believes Adjei’s “influence within law enforcement” shielded him. In April 2023, after a public humiliation involving Adjei’s new girlfriend, he allegedly attacked Karen in front of their daughter and two visiting German friends. She finally left him in December 2023, but the abuse didn’t stop. Adjei allegedly demanded the return of gifts, even their daughter’s school vehicle. Then, in February 2024, the night Karen moved into a new home, armed robbers stormed in. Strangely, the only item left untouched was a necklace Adjei had demanded back the next day. Police suspected an inside job, and Karen was placed under protection. Today, Karen is entangled in over 15 lawsuits across various courts. She describes the process as “deliberately delayed and manipulated.” “Nothing has moved forward—only backward,” she says. One moment haunts her: during a March 26, 2025, Supreme Court hearing, she was told to “safeguard her daughter’s welfare.” “But how can I, when the system is enabling my abuser?” she asks. Her July 1 petition ends with an urgent demand: investigate Justice Boateng and remove him from any case involving her or Adjei. “This judge has more than demonstrated his bias against me,” she argues, citing his June 25 order as proof of a dangerous pattern. Karen’s case has become more than a personal tragedy—it’s a litmus test for judicial integrity in Ghana. At a time when the nation champions gender equality, her ordeal raises disturbing questions: – Can a survivor find justice when courts are allegedly weaponized against her? – Will Ghana’s legal system protect her—or prove her fears right?
NPP’s National Council to Meet Over Ablekuma North Parliamentary Election Re-run
The National Council of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the highest decision-making body of the party, is set to meet today to discuss the Electoral Commission’s (EC) directive to re-run parliamentary elections in 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North Constituency. Apexnewsgh reports The meeting comes as the party grapples with internal debate over whether to participate in the re-run or challenge the EC’s decision in court. For the past seven months, residents of Ablekuma North in the Greater Accra Region have been without parliamentary representation due to disputed results in the December 7, 2024 parliamentary elections. The EC’s recent announcement of a re-run in selected polling stations has sparked disagreement within the NPP, with some stakeholders urging the party to contest the decision. According to sources, today’s meeting is expected to bring finality to the party’s stance on the matter, which has created tension among key stakeholders since the EC’s announcement. The outcome of the meeting will determine whether the NPP will participate in the re-run or seek redress through the courts. The decision of the National Council will have significant implications for the party and the constituency. Will the NPP choose to participate in the re-run, or will they challenge the EC’s decision in court? The outcome of today’s meeting will provide clarity on the party’s next steps. Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen
Teachers and Invigilators to Face a Mobile Phone Ban During Exams – Education Minister Demands
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has called for a ban on mobile phone usage not just for students, but also for teachers and invigilators inside exam halls. Apexnewsgh reports The Minister announced the swearing-in ceremony of the new National Education Inspectorate Board, where he stressed the urgent need to clamp down on examination malpractice. “The idea of a student having access to phones in the examination room is a no-no,” Iddrisu declared. “Probably, we have to even review this concept to include the usage of phones by examiners and supervisors.” His statement comes amid growing concerns that some invigilators may be complicit in aiding students to cheat during exams. “In some instances of cheating, it may be some of them [invigilators] who are aiding the malpractice,” he said. “Therefore, we have to limit who can carry a phone into an exam room.” While acknowledging that some officials may need phones for logistical purposes—such as calling for exam papers or submitting urgent reports—the Minister insisted that any exceptions must come with strict enforcement. “I would have pronounced a complete ban on phone usage, but we have cases when examiners will have to call for exam papers or send a report,” he admitted. “However, we expect strict compliance and enforceability of this rule.” Iddrisu issued a stern warning, vowing that any invigilator caught facilitating exam fraud would face severe consequences. The proposal has sparked mixed reactions, with some educators welcoming the move as a necessary step to restore credibility in examinations, while others worry about practical challenges in enforcing the ban. As Ghana continues its fight against examination malpractice, the Minister’s latest directive could mark a turning point—ensuring that only pens, papers, and integrity enter the exam hall. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
NPP and Minority to Protest EOCO’s Detention of Former NAFCO CEO
A storm is brewing at the offices of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) as members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the Minority in Parliament prepare to stage a protest today. Apexnewsgh reports Their grievance? The prolonged detention of Abdul-Wahab Hanan, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), whom they accuse EOCO of holding unlawfully. The NPP has vehemently condemned the detention, insisting that Hanan has already met his bail conditions. The party’s National Youth Organiser, Salam Mustapha, did not mince words when he spoke to the media, accusing EOCO of violating Hanan’s rights. “If Hanan has done something wrong, put him before a court of law and let him have his day,” Mustapha declared. “We will go to the EOCO office together with some MPs, party sympathisers, and executives, and ask why. We want to know why he is still being kept in the station when the conditions that you put on him have been met.” Frustration has mounted over what the NPP describes as punitive treatment, with Mustapha revealing that despite submitting an evaluation report that exceeded EOCO’s bail requirements, officials ignored their calls. “The evaluation report that we have far exceeds those bail conditions. When everything was finished, we were calling Raymond Archer, his deputies, to come and just go through and grant the young man bail to go home, none of them picked their phone calls,” he fumed. “So, he has been left there as punishment for exactly what we do not know.” Hanan was arrested on June 25 alongside his wife in connection with alleged financial crimes at NAFCO. While his wife was later granted bail set at GH¢30 million, Hanan remains in custody, unable to fully meet his GH¢60 million bail conditions. The arrests, which also saw a third suspect taken into custody in Accra and Tamale, are part of a broader probe into suspected economic crimes at the state food agency. As tensions rise, today’s protest promises to be a showdown between the NPP, the Minority, and EOCO with justice, fairness, and human rights at the heart of the dispute. Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen
Agyapong Surges Ahead: Firebrand MP Leads NPP Flagbearer Race with Strong Grassroots Backing
The political landscape within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is heating up as a new survey reveals a surprising frontrunner in the race to lead the party into the 2028 elections. Apexnewsgh reports Firebrand politician and former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has taken a commanding lead with 51.4% support among party delegates, according to preliminary findings by civil society group Sanity Africa. The survey, conducted between April and June 2025, paints a vivid picture of early delegate sentiments ahead of the NPP’s presidential primaries. Trailing behind Agyapong is former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who secured 42.2% backing. The other hopefuls—Dr. Bryan Acheampong and Dr. Osei Yaw Adutwum, lag significantly, polling at 3.1% and 3.0% respectively. What makes Agyapong’s lead remarkable is his sweeping support across key demographics. The outspoken MP dominates among women (57.8%), youth under 40 (63%), students (58.9%), and the self-employed, traders, artisans, and farmers (55.5%). His fiery rhetoric and populist appeal seem to resonate deeply with the party’s grassroots base. Regionally, Agyapong holds strong leads in 10 out of 16 regions, including decisive margins in Central (68.1%), Western (59.5%), and Eastern (60.8%), traditional NPP strongholds. Bawumia, however, isn’t without his own strongholds. He edges out Agyapong among male delegates (48.9%) and maintains solid backing from older party members, full-time employees (53.8%), and Muslim delegates (52.8%). His strongholds lie in the Upper West (61.5%), Northern (50.8%), and North East (51.6%) regions, where his technocratic profile and religious affiliation play well. The survey highlights a clear religious split: 61.6% of Christian delegates prefer Agyapong, while Bawumia leads among Muslim voters. Interestingly, Agyapong also wins over non-religious and traditionalist delegates (55.1%), suggesting his appeal transcends faith lines. Age is another key factor. While Bawumia leads among delegates aged 40 and above, Agyapong’s dominance among the youth signals a generational shift in the party’s dynamics. In swing regions like Savannah and Upper East, the race remains too close to call. But with Agyapong’s broader regional reach, he currently holds the upper hand. Sanity Africa warns that these numbers are just a snapshot, delegate sentiments could shift as campaigns intensify. The next phases of the survey, set for October 2025 and January 2026, will include new voter categories like former appointees and past executives, potentially reshaping the race. “This is just the beginning,” the group noted. “As the field evolves, so will alliances—and they could redefine the NPP’s road to 2028.” Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen