The Ghana Police Service has arrested two TikTokers after a video went viral in which the two wished President John Dramani Mahama and his wife, Lordina Mahama die, similar to the helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, that killed some government officials and three military men.
According to a police statement, the suspects were picked up after the disturbing video, which circulated widely on social media, caught the attention of the authorities. In the footage, the pair allegedly issued explicit death threats, sparking public outrage and condemnation.
The two individuals arrested are identified as Prince Ofori and Yayra Abiwu, are in police custody, assisting with the ongoing investigation.
The Police Service stated that preliminary investigations revealed the suspects recorded and shared the video on the TikTok platform, with content deemed to violate Ghana’s laws on threats of harm and incitement to violence.
“So far, two people, Prince Ofori and Yayra Abiwu, are in Police custody assisting the ongoing investigation, while efforts are underway to get other persons believed to be connected to the video to assist the investigation,” the statement read.
The development has reignited discussions about the misuse of social media in Ghana, with many calling for stronger enforcement of laws and greater public education on responsible online conduct.
Watch the video below:
Just In 🚨: Akosua Jollof, a Ghanaian woman living in the UK, who thrɛatened to unal!ve president John Dramani Mahama has been reported to the Met Police in the UK 🇬🇧
I won’t go into much details but in a viral video shared as evidence below, Akosuah was prepared to do the… pic.twitter.com/FgkKXyUYq7
— WithAlvin 🇬🇭 (@withAlvin__) August 12, 2025
