Police have arrested a 20-year-old woman, Promise Yayra Asamani. She is accused of spreading false information on social media.
The arrest was made by the Inspector-General of Police's Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team. This team works to check and stop online crimes.
The incident began on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. A 43-year-old Uber driver, Selasie Kwaku Anthonio, filed a complaint with the cyber team.
The driver reported a viral Snapchat post. This post included his photograph and made serious accusations.
The Ghana Police Service stated that the woman published false news. This is against the law.
Ms. Asamani has since been granted police enquiry bail. This means she has been released while the police continue their investigation.
The investigation aims to uncover the full details of the claims made online.
This case highlights the impact social media can have and the legal consequences of spreading unverified information.