A 20-year-old woman has been granted bail by an Adenta Circuit Court after allegedly spreading damaging false claims about a ride-hailing driver on social media, a case that has sparked concerns about the misuse of online platforms.
Promise Yayra Asamani, the accused, was granted bail in the sum of GH¢100,000 with two sureties and is expected to reappear before the court on April 24, 2026. She has pleaded not guilty to a charge of publishing false information intended to cause fear and alarm.
The case stems from a viral Snapchat post in which Asamani allegedly described a 43-year-old Uber driver, Selasie Kwaku Anthonio, as a “murderer” and “thief.” The post reportedly included the driver’s photograph and vehicle registration number, AD-1479-25, along with claims that he used signal jamming devices and carried weapons.
According to police, the driver became aware of the allegations on March 10 after being alerted by a relative. The post quickly spread online, triggering a wave of distressing calls from clients and family members. The situation escalated when Uber blocked his account, cutting off his primary source of income. The driver also expressed fears for his safety amid potential public backlash.
Investigations traced the origin of the claims to a ride taken by the accused’s sister, Stephanie Asamani, who reported feeling uneasy during a trip from Spintex to Oyibi. She alleged that the driver made suspicious remarks during a phone call and noticed unusual items in the vehicle, leading to a confrontation before she exited the ride prematurely.
After recounting the incident to her family, Stephanie shared details of the driver’s profile with the accused. Police say Asamani later posted the allegations online “to create awareness,” despite lacking evidence to support the claims.
Authorities revealed that the accused initially failed to respond to a police invitation before her eventual arrest. During questioning, she admitted that her post was based solely on her sister’s account and not on verified facts.
The incident has raised serious concerns about the impact of unverified information shared on social media, particularly when it leads to reputational harm and economic loss. Law enforcement officials have reiterated that publishing false information is a criminal offence and warned the public to exercise caution before sharing potentially harmful content online.
The case continues as the court prepares to hear further proceedings next month.
