Old Business Interview Re-emerges After Fatal Police Operation
An old video interview of Eric Duku, husband of Kumawood actress Patricia, has resurfaced on social media following his death during a police shootout. In the interview, Duku detailed how he abandoned a fuel transportation venture in Burkina Faso — which he admitted was illegal — and returned to Ghana to establish a poultry enterprise known as ‘Antwi Duku Farms’. According to him, the business was launched in 2020 with an initial stock of 5,000 birds, with financial assistance from his brother abroad and other family members. The interviewer expressed surprise at the scale of the startup, given Duku’s admission that raising capital had been difficult.
Police Link Him to Armed Robbery Syndicate
Reports emerging last week indicated that Duku was allegedly the leader of an armed robbery network responsible for multiple attacks, including carjackings. Authorities say the group’s most recent operation allegedly resulted in the death of the father-in-law of prominent political communicator Sammy Gyamfi. The Ghana Police Service has intensified operations against violent crime in recent years.
Questions Over Wealth and Continued Criminal Allegations
The resurfaced interview has sparked public debate about unexplained wealth and ethical enterprise. Starting a poultry farm with 5,000 birds requires significant capital investment in housing, feed, veterinary care, and logistics. Observers have questioned why an individual running such a sizeable agricultural venture would allegedly continue engaging in criminal operations years later.
A Cautionary Tale for Entrepreneurs
While entrepreneurship remains a vital driver of Ghana’s economic growth, the Eric Duku case serves as a sobering reminder that legitimate business and unlawful activity cannot coexist without consequence. As investigations continue, the story underscores broader societal concerns about ambition, accountability, and the true cost of greed.
NPP Official Accuses NDC of Misleading the Public: Kamal-Deen Abdulai Speaks Out
Kamal-Deen Abdulai, Deputy National Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has publicly accused the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) of embellishing falsehoods and presenting them as truth.
Accusations of Misinformation
In a recent statement, Abdulai said, “The NDC are a bunch of scammers, they embellish lies and present them as truth.” He criticized the party’s communication strategy, claiming it relies heavily on exaggeration and misleading narratives to manipulate public opinion.
Political Context
Ghana’s political landscape has witnessed increasing tensions between the NPP and NDC in recent years. Accusations of misinformation and propaganda have frequently surfaced ahead of elections, with both parties trading barbs through social media, press releases, and interviews. Abdulai’s comments come amid this broader context of heightened political rivalry.
Implications for Public Trust
Political analysts warn that repeated dissemination of unverified or misleading claims by parties can erode public trust in Ghanaian democratic institutions. Experts urge both political organizations to prioritize transparency and accountability to maintain credibility with voters.
Abdulai’s statement adds to the ongoing debate about ethical communication in Ghanaian politics, highlighting the importance of distinguishing fact from exaggeration in public discourse.