{
  "id": 12101963,
  "title": "GRA probes alleged GH¢600 extortion by Customs Officer at Airport",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/gra-probes-alleged-gh-600-extortion-by-customs-officer-at-airport",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T07:18:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/gra-probes-alleged-gh%c2%a2600-extortion-by-customs-officer-at-airport/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is investigating an alleged extortion case involving a Customs officer at the Accra International Airport. According to TikToker Lady Rev. Adwoa Pretty, the officer demanded GH¢600 from her without providing a receipt for the payment. The GRA has acknowledged receiving the allegation and has initiated an investigation to ascertain the truth behind the reported incident. Once the investigation is completed, the Authority plans to share its findings with the public. The GRA has emphasized its dedication to maintaining integrity, accountability, and professionalism in carrying out its responsibilities. The officer's identity remains undisclosed, and the GRA has not divulged further information about the situation that led to the alleged payment. The investigation aims to uncover the details of what occurred and whether any procedural violations took place prior to the GRA deciding on any subsequent actions.",
  "summary": "The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has launched an investigation into an alleged extortion involving a Customs officer stationed at the Accra International Airport. The investigation follows a video circulating on social media in which TikToker Lady Rev. Adwoa Pretty alleges that a Customs officer collected GH¢600 from her without issuing a receipt. The GRA, in […]",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}