Ghanaian businessman and philanthropist Joseph Badu Boateng, known commonly as Dada Joe, has petitioned the Ghana Police Service and the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin over an attempt on his life by Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah, the Member of Parliament for Offinso North.
The incident, according to the petition, took place on April 18, 2025, during a peaceful health walk in Nkenkaasu which was part of an Easter event aimed at promoting unity in the Offinso North Constituency.
Mr. Boateng, who organized the event, posits that he was alerted about transportation issues in Akumadan and drove there to assist.
On his way back, his vehicle was blocked by a white Toyota Hilux pick-up truck driven by one Daniel Opoku popularly known as Opoku Ware and was allegedly placed there on the instruction of the MP.
After eventually getting past the obstruction, someone fired a series of gunshots from the home of the Member of Parliament, with one shot striking the rear windshield of Mr. Boateng’s car.
The shooter, Inspector Awuah Ernest, is said to be the bodyguard of Dr. Kyei Asamoah.
Eyewitnesses, including media personnel, believe Mr. Boateng was the intended target.
The petition claims the shooting was a premeditated attack, orchestrated by the Offinso North MP to harm the philanthropist.
Mr. Boateng has called for an immediate investigation into the matter and for appropriate sanctions if the MP is found guilty.
He has since submitted evidence, including photos and videos, to aid the investigation.
