Ghana Jollof case: GRNMA pledges continued legal support for Salomey Baffoe

The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has pledged to provide ongoing legal assistance to Nurse Salomey Awiti Baffoe as she confronts charges in the Ghana Jollof case. Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo, the Association's National President, made the commitment to Baffoe during a visit to her in the Bono Region, during which the National Executive Committee's Phase Three regional tour commenced.

Ofori-Ampofo stated that the GRNMA has been monitoring the case since its inception and has secured legal representation to guide Baffoe through the legal proceedings. The Association emphasized that even though the allegations against Baffoe are not directly related to her professional duties, they remain dedicated to safeguarding the welfare and interests of their members.

The GRNMA assured that they would continue to offer the necessary support as the case unfolds. Baffoe faces a charge of abetting crime, specifically the dissemination of false news, under Sections 20(1) and 208 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29). The prosecution alleges that she aided Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, known as Ghana Jollof, in sharing videos and encouraging others to distribute the content.

These allegations have yet to be proven in court, and Baffoe has entered a not guilty plea to the charge. The GRNMA's visit is part of their ongoing outreach to members during the regional tour, with the Association reaffirming their commitment to the well-being and support of their members in matters impacting them.