A 34-year-old trader accused of impersonating a soldier in a bid to impress a nurse has been arraigned before the Adabraka District Court in Accra.
Joseph Baadah is facing two charges—unlawful use of military accoutrements and falsely pretending to be a public officer—after he was allegedly spotted wearing a military camouflage uniform at the 37 Military Hospital. He has pleaded not guilty to both counts.
What Happened
According to prosecutors, the incident occurred on February 8, 2026, at about 6:00 p.m., when Baadah was seen at the hospital’s Dispensary Gate dressed in a camouflage uniform paired with slippers. He reportedly had no rank insignia, name tag, lanyard, or shoulder badges—details that immediately raised suspicion.
He was confronted by WOI Fiamegu Mascow of the Military Police Detachment at Burma Camp, part of the Ghana Armed Forces. Further checks confirmed that Baadah was a civilian and not a serving soldier.
Arrest and Investigation
Baadah, who resides at Agbogbloshie, was arrested and taken to the Military Police Headquarters at Burma Camp for questioning. He was later handed over to the Nima Divisional Police to continue investigations.
In his caution statement, prosecutors say Baadah admitted wearing the uniform, explaining that he was trying to impress a nurse he had met at the hospital the day before.
Uniform Bought at Kantamanto
During interrogation, Baadah reportedly told investigators that he bought the camouflage uniform from a secondhand clothing dealer—popularly known as “Fose Bale”—at the Kantamanto Market.
Bail and Next Court Date
The court granted Baadah bail in the sum of GH¢30,000 with sureties. He is expected to reappear in court on March 24, 2026, as the case continues.
The prosecution is being led by Chief Inspector Apeweh Achana. Authorities have meanwhile reiterated warnings against the unauthorised use of military uniforms, stressing that impersonation poses serious security risks and is punishable under Ghanaian law.
Source: Africa Publicity
