{
  "id": 9352343,
  "title": "EOCO explains attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP Baffour Awuah",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/eoco-explains-attempted-arrest-of-manhyia-south-mp-baffour-awuah",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T14:44:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/eoco-explains-attempted-arrest-of-manhyia-south-mp-baffour-awuah/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On September 23, 2026, the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) attempted to arrest Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, amid an ongoing investigation. The Office explained that its officers acted within their legal duties, despite the MP not responding to two prior invitations in February 2026 to assist. The attempted arrest became uncontrolled, prompting the officers to halt the operation due to potential public safety risks. During the incident, two individuals are suspected of aiding the MP's escape, and their actions are currently being assessed by the EOCO. Following the failed arrest, Baffour Awuah sought sanctuary at Parliament, currently in recess. The Office respected parliamentary privileges but emphasized that it remains within constitutional and legal bounds. The investigation continues, with EOCO reviewing the incident, including video footage, to decide future actions. The Office stressed its commitment to upholding the law while respecting parliamentary immunity and constitutional protections.",
  "summary": "The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has explained the circumstances surrounding an attempted arrest of the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah. According to EOCO, its officers attempted to arrest the MP on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, as part of an ongoing investigation. In a statement, the Office said its […]",
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      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/manhyia-south-mp-calls-for-gfa-constitutional-reforms-over-alleged",
        "published": "2026-09-23T12:56:50.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP in that manner a retrogression in Ghana’s democracy – Martin Kpebu",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/attempted-arrest-of-manhyia-south-mp-in-that-manner-a-retrogression-9348664",
        "published": "2026-09-23T13:49:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "GBC Ghana",
        "title": "EOCO confirms attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/eoco-confirms-attempted-arrest-of-manhyia-south-mp",
        "published": "2026-09-23T15:53:03.000Z"
      }
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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."
}