Story by George Yawson VINEH
The Criminal Investigations Department of the Ghana Police Service says its ongoing investigation into the activities of the social-media account known as “Ghana Jollof” has uncovered financial transactions involving individuals described as highly influential and high-profile persons in society.
CID Director-General, COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, made the disclosure during a press briefing in Accra on Friday, September 18, 2026.
According to the police, forensic examination of mobile phones, audio and video files, as well as mobile-money transaction records, revealed significant financial transfers to Salomey Awiti Baffoe, a senior nursing officer based in Techiman.
The police allege that some of the money was subsequently shared with individuals involved in the circulation of content associated with Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, popularly known online as “Ghana Jollof.”
Investigators say they have identified the high-profile individuals allegedly providing financial support. However, the police have not publicly disclosed their names.
The CID says forensic evidence retrieved from the phones, including voice recordings and financial records, will form part of the evidence to be presented before the court.
Police have also alleged that Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, who is believed to be in the United Kingdom, had a financial arrangement with Salomey Baffoe and transferred money to her in Ghana in connection with the activities under investigation.
Salomey Baffoe was arrested on September 17 and subsequently put before the Adentan Circuit Court on a charge of abetment of crime, to wit, publication of false news. She pleaded not guilty and was remanded to assist with investigations. She is expected to return to court on September 30, 2026.
The police say investigations are continuing to identify other individuals allegedly involved in the production, financing and distribution of the content.
For now, the identities of the alleged high-profile sponsors remain undisclosed publicly, and the allegations against the persons connected to the case have not been proven in court.
