GAF Rescues 71 Fishermen Following High Sea Robbery off Senya Bereku

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  ACCRA  — The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have successfully concluded a major search and rescue operation, bringing  71 Ghanaian fishermen  safely to shore after a violent armed robbery on the high seas. The incident occurred in the early hours of  Wednesday, February 25, 2026 , approximately  35 nautical miles  off the coast of Gomoa Nyanyano and Senya Bereku in the Central Region. The Attack The fishermen were on a routine night expedition when they were intercepted by gunmen operating a  "black boat." According to survivor accounts, the attackers were armed with AK-47 assault rifles and fired multiple warning shots to seize control of the fishing vessels. The pirates systematically stripped the canoes of their most valuable equipment, including: 7 Outboard motors Generator sets Personal belongings and fuel The theft left the seven affected boats—including vessels named  Argentina 2 ,  Argentina 3 ,  Sea Lion , and  Berema Nsuk...

Shatta Wale Detained by EOCO Over Multi-Faceted Financial Crime Investigation

 


Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭 – The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has detained popular Ghanaian musician Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., widely known as Shatta Wale, as part of an extensive investigation into alleged financial crimes. The artist is being questioned in connection with a seized Lamborghini Urus, which EOCO suspects is a proceed of crime, and is facing scrutiny for potential money laundering, possession of proceeds of crime, tax fraud, and tax evasion.


The Investigation and Allegations

According to sources, Shatta Wale was taken into custody on August 20 to assist with an ongoing probe. EOCO’s actions are reportedly part of a wider collaboration with international law enforcement agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), focusing on a complex network of financial wrongdoing.

The luxury Lamborghini Urus, which was recently seized from the artist, is central to the investigation. It is suspected to be linked to the criminal enterprise of a Ghanaian national, Nana Kwabena Amuah, who is currently serving an 86-month sentence for financial crimes in the United States. EOCO's investigation is now extending beyond the vehicle itself to examine the artist’s overall financial dealings, including his compliance with tax regulations.

EOCO's Mandate and Public Reaction

EOCO is a specialized agency with the authority to monitor and investigate economic and organized crime, prosecute offenses, and recover the proceeds of crime. The detention of a high-profile figure like Shatta Wale underscores the agency's commitment to enforcing its mandate.


The news has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and the public, with widespread discussions on social media platforms. While the artist’s legal team has yet to make a formal statement, the investigation highlights the increasing focus on the financial activities of public figures in Ghana and the collaborative efforts to combat organized crime on both a national and international level

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