{
  "id": 8275191,
  "title": "‘She is not a flight risk; even worst criminals get bail’ – GRNMA on detention of nurse in Ghana Jollof case",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/she-is-not-a-flight-risk-even-worst-criminals-get-bail-grnma-on",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-18T17:01:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/she-is-not-a-flight-risk-even-worst-criminals-get-bail-grnma-on-detention-of-nurse-in-ghana-jollof-case/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) is advocating for bail for senior nursing officer Salomey Awity Baffoe, contending there is no valid reason for her continued detention for an additional two weeks. Philemon Agyapong, Assistant Public Relations Officer of the GRNMA, made the remarks on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen. Agyapong highlighted that Salomey is stationed in the Techiman area and serves as a senior nursing officer, which implies she is not a flight risk. \"We hope our member will be granted bail, as this should not be a reason for her to remain incarcerated for another two weeks,\" he stated. Agyapong questioned the grounds for denying bail, emphasizing her permanent workplace and the ease with which authorities could locate her if needed. He emphasized that the Association was taken aback by the allegations against the nurse, particularly the claims that she was involved in an attempt to overthrow the government. \"We were even surprised to hear that a nurse could overthrow a government, but we will respect the law,\" Agyapong said. Despite not being able to ascertain Salomey’s guilt or innocence, the GRNMA believes she should receive fair treatment under the law. The Association views the allegations as insufficient to warrant prolonged incarceration, noting that the charges likely constitute a misdemeanor. Agyapong expressed concern that Salomey remained in custody even though police investigations had begun. He pointed out that the individual declared wanted is no longer in Ghana, thus asserting that she should be granted bail, as even the worst criminals are often given bail in such circumstances. The GRNMA official mentioned that the Association has visited the facility where Salomey is held and is conducting its own investigation, reviewing her demeanor at work and professional record. He reiterated that the GRNMA remains committed to supporting its member while adhering to the judicial process. \"The association is a law-abiding institution, and we went to the court to hear the arguments made by the lawyer, so we don’t think she deserved to be detained,\" Agyapong concluded.",
  "summary": "The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) is calling for bail for senior nursing officer Salomey Awity Baffoe, arguing that there is no justification for keeping her in custody for another two weeks.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "‘She is not a flight risk; even worst criminals get bail’ – GRNMA on detention of nurse in Ghana Jollof case",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/she-is-not-a-flight-risk-even-worst-criminals-get-bail-grnma-on-8275899",
        "published": "2026-09-18T15:06:44.000Z"
      }
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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."
}