Washing bay attendant sentenced to 3-year jail term for impersonation, unlawful possession of military uniforms

A 20-year-old washing bay attendant in the Central Region has been sentence to a 3-year jail term for impersonation and unlawful possession of military uniforms and related items.

The convicted, Mr. Alex Cobbina has also been ordered by the Accra Circuit Court to pay a GH¢12,000 fine.

In 2024, Mr. Cobbina posted a video of himself in a camouflage trouser and a naval vest, claiming to be a military officer on social media platform "TikTok".

The Ghana Navy monitored the video where Mr, Cobbina commented on remarks attributed to President John Dramani Mahama about dismissing military recruits who entered the service through protocol arrangements.

He was subsequently arrested and put before court leading to his conviction.

In a press release, the Ghana Armed Forces has cautioned the general public to desist from making videos on social media for personal gains aimed at putting the image of the GAF into disrepute.

The Ghana Armed Forces noted that persons who are involved in such acts would be tracked down and made to face the full rigours of the law.

“The GAF further states that the public should heed the constant education and numerous reminders to desist from making malicious comments on social media.

“GAF requires the cooperation of the public to refrain from posting negative content about the military on social media as it is detrimental to the development of the country,” the press release added.