A 34-year-old trader, Joseph Baadah, has appeared before the Adabraka District Court for allegedly impersonating a soldier in an attempt to impress a nurse at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra. Baadah, who admitted to not being a member of the Ghana Armed Forces, confessed to wearing a military uniform to gain the attention of a nurse he had fallen in love with.
Baadah has been charged with two offenses: using military accoutrements without lawful authority and falsely pretending to be a public officer. He pleaded not guilty to the charges. The court granted him bail in the sum of GH¢30,000 with sureties, and he is scheduled to reappear on March 24, 2026.
The prosecution, led by Chief Inspector Apeweh Achana, provided details of the incident, stating that the complainant, Warrant Officer Class I (WOI) Fiamegu Mascow of the Military Police Detachment of the Ghana Armed Forces, spotted Baadah on February 8, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m. The accused was seen wearing a military camouflage uniform at the Dispensary Gate of the hospital. However, his attire lacked essential identifiers such as rank insignia, a lanyard, a name tag, or a shoulder badge.
Baadah’s unusual appearance raised suspicions, prompting WOI Mascow to confront him. Upon further inquiry, it was discovered that Baadah was not a soldier but a civilian posing as one. He was subsequently arrested and escorted to the Military Police Headquarters at Burma Camp for interrogation before being handed over to the Nima Divisional Police for further investigation.
During his caution statement, Baadah admitted to the offense and explained his motivations. He revealed that he had purchased the camouflage uniform from a secondhand clothing dealer, commonly referred to as “Fose Bale,” at the Kantamanto Market in Accra. He stated that his intention was solely to impress the nurse he had met at the hospital the previous day by portraying himself as a member of the Ghana Armed Forces.
The case highlights the legal implications of impersonating public officers and unauthorized use of military attire. Baadah’s actions have landed him in legal trouble, and he now faces charges that could have serious consequences if proven guilty. The court proceedings are set to continue next year.
- By Tetteh Belinda | GhanaCrimes
