Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Accra, Ghana — Police have arrested a man captured in a viral video discharging a firearm in a public space, highlighting intensifying law-enforcement efforts to curb unlawful gun possession and dangerous public shooting. The arrest comes after footage circulated widely on social media showing the suspect firing rounds into the air during a festive event, prompting sharp public criticism and a swift response from security authorities.
The suspect, identified as Abubakari Sadick, widely known by the nickname “Cyborg”, was apprehended on December 29, 2025, in the suburb of Adenta in the Greater Accra Region by officers from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service. His detention followed the appearance of the video online, in which he was seen holding and firing a Derya MK-12 firearm during celebrations at the AfroFuture 2025 festival near El-Wak Stadium on December 28.
According to a police statement, officers recovered the firearm — identified by registration number 22-GHA-1162 — which has been seized as evidence. Sadick remains in custody assisting investigators with their inquiries and is expected to be arraigned in court to face charges related to illegal possession and public discharge of a firearm. Authorities emphasised that possession of a gun does not grant the right to discharge it in public without lawful justification or certification, and individuals found in violation will be prosecuted under applicable firearm laws.
The incident has drawn significant attention online and among the public, not only because of the reckless handling and firing of a weapon but also due to the viral nature of the video itself, which many viewers condemned as dangerous and irresponsible. Commentators noted that indiscriminate firing of weapons in crowded venues carries a high risk of injury or death, even if no casualties were reported in this particular case.
In a broader message following the arrest, the Ghana Police Service reiterated its stance against the unlawful use of firearms and encouraged members of the public to comply with existing laws governing firearm ownership and usage. The force highlighted that those in lawful possession of weapons can see their licences revoked and face legal consequences if they misuse firearms or endanger public safety. The statement also served as a warning to others who might be emboldened to emulate such behaviour, urging responsible conduct and adherence to legal protocols.
The crackdown aligns with recent directives from the Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka-Mubarak, who earlier this month called on individuals in possession of illegal firearms to surrender them to police stations nationwide by January 15, 2026, or face prosecution. That announcement was part of a broader government push to reduce the number of unregistered weapons in circulation and stem the tide of gun-related incidents across the country.
Observers say viral videos depicting firearm discharge and other public safety violations have become a challenge for law enforcement in the digital age. Such content travels rapidly on social platforms, shaping public perception and often prompting urgent official responses, as seen in this case. Experts argue that arrests following viral incidents can serve as deterrence, but also highlight the need for sustained enforcement and community engagement to reduce the prevalence of illegal arms and dangerous behaviour.
As investigations continue, authorities emphasise that the case will proceed through the courts in accordance with legal standards, and the outcome will be closely watched by both security agencies and members of the public concerned about firearm misuse in civilian settings.
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