The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has launched an investigation into an alleged assault on civilians by military personnel in Kumasi.
The incident, which reportedly took place on Friday, March 28, 2025, involved seven military officers-three officers and four soldiers-who are accused of arresting and attacking three civilians over a stolen mobile phone.
In an official statement issued on April 2, 2025, the GAF assured the public that appropriate action would be taken if the officers involved are found culpable. "The Military Police and the Ashanti Regional Police CID are investigating the case.
The officers and the soldiers have been placed under closed arrest while the investigation continues," the statement, signed by Brigadier General E.
