Police arrest social media personality Ekow Black over viral assault of woman
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a social media personality identified as Christford Affadu Danful, popularly known online as Ekow Black, after a video showing him physically assaulting a woman went viral.
In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the Police said the suspect was picked up on Thursday, January 15, 2026, following an intelligence-led operation by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team.
“The Ghana Police Service, through the Criminal Investigation Department, has arrested a suspect captured in a viral video physically assaulting a woman,” the statement said.
The Police said preliminary investigations suggest that the suspect and the woman, who previously lived together, had a troubled relationship marked by repeated disagreements.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect and the woman, who previously lived together, had a history of disagreements that reportedly escalated into verbal confrontations and physical assaults,” the statement added.
The arrest comes after widespread public outrage on social media, where the video circulated rapidly, drawing condemnation from users and renewed calls for accountability in cases of domestic and gender-based violence, particularly when alleged perpetrators are public figures or online influencers.
Danful, who is known for his online presence and content on social media platforms, is currently being held by the Police as investigations continue.
“Suspect Danful is currently in lawful custody and is expected to be put before the court to face charges in accordance with the law,” the Police said.
The Police Service used the statement to reaffirm its stance against violence and its resolve to pursue offenders, regardless of their social status or online following.
“The Ghana Police Service reassures the public of its commitment to protecting lives, upholding the law, and ensuring that acts of violence are dealt with decisively,” the statement concluded.
The case is expected to proceed to court in the coming days, as the Police prepare charges based on the outcome of investigations.
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