This was not the outspoken and energetic Adwoa Safo many Ghanaians have come to know. She spoke in a frail and weakened tone. Her voice was so soft that we had to strain to hear ev
The report indicates that it was a few minutes past 2:00 p.m. when one of JoyNews‘ editors received a call from a man identified as Solomon, who was coordinating what was expected to be a rare media briefing by former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo following Sunday’s shooting incident.
It further notes that i was immediately assigned to the 37 Military Hospital, where she was receiving treatment.
This was shortly after I had returned from the Adenta Circuit Court, where her brother and eight other persons had been granted bail over their alleged involvement in the incident.
JoyNews was the first media house to arrive at the hospital. We proceeded directly to the Yaa Asantewaa Ward, where she was reportedly receiving treatment.
Upon arriving at the entrance, we noticed a few visitors gathered outside. Moments later, Solomon approached us after I informed him via phone of our arrival.
According to him, Adwoa Safo herself had initially been expected to address the media. However, shortly after we arrived, the plan suddenly changed. He explained that although she had wanted to speak, her condition had deteriorated.
When I pressed further, he responded: “How do you expect her to speak in this condition?”
He further indicated that approximately four or five bullet pellets had already been removed from her head, although he was uncertain of the exact number.
The revelation left my cameraman, driver and me troubled as we tried to imagine the severity of her injuries.
About 15 to 20 minutes later, other media houses began arriving at the facility. Throughout this period, our cameras remained on standby, ready to capture any developments. However, we were later instructed not to record anything without authorisation.
With the plans altered and confirmation that Adwoa Safo would neither address the media nor allow photographs or video recordings, I continued to push for access.
I pleaded with the coordinator, saying, “Please allow us to see her. I just want to say hello and observe her condition.”
He jokingly replied, “Bad boy,” drawing laughter from those around.
Shortly afterwards, he entered the ward and returned with news that only five journalists would be allowed inside. I was among those selected, alongside Serwaa from our sister station, Adom TV.
