Man convicted for stealing church instruments in Volta Region

A man identified as Mohammed Rafiu, aged 27, has been convicted for unlawful entry and the theft of musical instruments from the Faith International Ministry Church in Hohoe, Volta Region. The Volta North Regional Police Command secured the conviction following an incident on June 5, 2026.

Rafiu was observed near the church carrying a sack filled with items and attempting to hail a car. Suspicious witnesses approached him, discovering an amplifier, an equalizer, a mixer, and a crossover machine, all belonging to the church, inside the sack. He was subsequently arrested and admitted to the charges when brought to the Hohoe Police District.

On June 8, 2026, Rafiu appeared before the Hohoe circuit court. He pleaded guilty to two charges and received a three-year sentence for unlawful entry and a four-year sentence for stealing. Both sentences are to be served concurrently.

The Volta North Regional Police Command has used this case to remind the public of the importance of vigilance and has urged citizens to report any suspected criminal activities promptly to the police for necessary action.