Nana Ama Amissah, a former Queen-Mother of Mankessim, in the Central Region, along with four co-accused persons, made their first appearance before the Weija District Court yesterday.
They face charges of conspiracy, murder and the use of offensive weapons, in connection with the death of Samuel Ampofo, Municipal Director of National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) and another.
The accused persons, including James Kofi Obosu (A1), Nana Ama Amissah (A2), Robert Gardiner (A4), John Eric Kofi Turkson (A5) and Clement Kwesi Owusu (A6) appeared before the Presiding Magistrate, Mrs. Ruby Ntiri Opoku.
However, the third accused, Joseph Kobina Ansah (A3), was absent due to ill health.
The court adjourned the case to February 27, 2025, for the commencement of committal proceedings.
The charges include conspiracy to commit murder, murder and the use of offensive weapons, all contrary to the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).
Charges and Offences
Count 1: Conspiracy to Commit Murder
The accused, on December 7, 2019 in Mankessim, allegedly acted together with a common purpose to commit murder. This is contrary to sections 23(1) and 46 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).
Count 2: Murder of Kofi Yamoah
James Kofi Obosu, also known as Nana Obosu Amissah, is accused of intentionally causing the death of Kofi Yamoah through unlawful harm.
Count 3: Murder of Samuel Ampofo
James Kofi Obosu is further accused of intentionally causing the death of Samuel Ampofo on the same date.
Counts 4 & 5: Use of Offensive Weapons
The accused are charged with using a gun to intentionally and unlawfully cause harm to Detective Inspector William Arko Nyarko and Kwesi Owusu on December 7, 2019.
The court noted the absence of the third accused due to health reasons, and directed legal teams to ensure his presence during the next sitting.
The case, which stems from events in Mankessim, has drawn significant public attention due to the involvement of a former Queen-mother and other prominent individuals.
The accused persons remain in police custody as investigations and legal processes continue.
