Police arrested a 20-year-old woman following a complaint from an Uber driver. The woman is accused of spreading false information about the driver on social media.
The Ghana Police Service's Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team made the arrest. The team investigates online crimes.
The Uber driver, Selasie Kwaku Anthonio, aged 43, reported the incident on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. He stated that a post on Snapchat featured his photograph.
The suspect, identified as Promise Yayra Asamani, is alleged to have published untrue statements about Mr. Anthonio online. These claims included accusing him of being a murderer.
Ms. Asamani was arrested for publishing false news. This is a crime under Ghanaian law.
She has since been granted police enquiry bail. This means she has been released but must report back to the police as investigations continue.
The incident highlights the dangers of online misinformation. Spreading false claims can harm individuals and lead to legal consequences.
The police confirmed the arrest and the granting of bail. Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses.