20-year-old man sentenced to 15 years in jail for robbery, accomplice at large

The Wa Circuit Court has sentenced a 20-year-old man, Nawaf Abdulai, to 15 years in prison for motorbike robbery in the Upper West Region.

The convict was involved in the robbery incident on March 6, 2025.

He and his accomplice, identified as Awal Abass, who remains at large, forcefully took two motorbikes from their victims during the robbery.

The stolen bikes were a Haojue and a Luojia, with registration numbers M-21-449 UW and M-17-4607 UW, respectively.

Nawaf Abdulai was arrested at his residence on March 8, 2025. Upon interrogation, he admitted to the crime, leading to his prosecution at the Wa Circuit Court.

His Lordship Jonathan Avoogo, on April 7, 2025, delivered the verdict, sentencing Abdulai to 15 years in prison.

Meanwhile, the Upper West Regional Police Command has commended the efforts of its officers and the general public for their diligence and professionalism in handling the matter.

“The Command will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of our communities,” the police said in a statement.