Radio Presenter Patrick Antwi Bosiako Reportedly Arrested for Allegedly Selling ABN Ghana Equipment

• Patrick Nana Akwasi Antwi Bosiako, a Takoradi-based radio presenter and former Western 100.9 FM GM, was reportedly arrested by the Ghana Police Service on Friday, August 7
• Police allegedly picked up Bosiako while he was live on air at Almighty 103.7 FM, and he is reportedly being held at Kwesimintim Police Station
• The presenter stands accused of allegedly selling broadcast equipment belonging to ABN Ghana's Western FM in Takoradi

Takoradi radio personality Patrick Nana Akwasi Antwi Bosiako was reportedly arrested by the Ghana Police Service on Friday, August 7, while hosting his morning show at Almighty 103.7 FM, accused of allegedly selling broadcast equipment belonging to ABN Ghana's Western FM.

According to Facebook post by Offei Wonuanie, a Freedom Radio presenter and media insider, officers picked up Bosiako mid-broadcast at the Almighty 103.7 FM studios. He was subsequently taken to Kwesimintim Police Station, where he remains in custody.

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The items at the centre of the allegations include an Oxygen 4 Console, a 5K transmitter, and a 4-bay antenna, all reportedly belonging to Western FM, a station under ABN Ghana's portfolio. ABN, the Angel Broadcasting Network, is owned by prominent Ghanaian businessman Dr Kwaku Oteng and operates several well-known stations including Angel FM and Pure FM.

Bosiako previously served as General Manager of Western 100.9 FM before moving on to host at Almighty 103.7 FM.

Background to the Bosiako and ABN Ghana dispute

Reaction in the comments section appeared to shed further light on the possible history between the two parties.

Netizen Barimah Israel Owusu Fordah offered a detailed account, suggesting the situation is far more complex than a straightforward theft allegation.

"I think this case has been a bone of contention between him and ABN. He began his own Radio station at Anaji Ahantaman Bank building (Western FM). He later had a partnership agreement with ABN to expand due to financial constraints. They offered to provide the equipments mentioned above as their part of the deal. Later, ownership became the apple of discord between the parties. Tensions about ownership heightened continually till deadlock. This is more of a litigation rather than stealing. My Opinion Both parties must respect the underlying agreement and come to a constructive conclusion. Nana Antwi Bosiako must settle any differences with ABN.... especially Patrick. Thank you!" he wrote.

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Reactions to Patrick Antwi Bosiako's arrest

The news drew swift reactions from people who either knew Bosiako personally or followed Ghanaian media closely.

Donaldson Nana Prempeh wrote:

"That means he has sold a full radio station oo, εkaa frequency nkoaa"

Dave Hammer Barima said:

"I know this man.. Aluta is his name way back at radio lynk at K.Poly.. He is very descent, am surprised this is attributed to him. There must be a mix up somewhere. Cuz Aluta I know is a credible personality with integrity. Well..."

Suraka Fuseini added:

"E hard ooo"

The Facebook post with details of Patrick Antwi Boasiako's reported arrest is below.

Angel FM presenter steps down

Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Angel FM's Stephen Achaab, aka Tactikal Ras Shifo, announced his resignation after a decade of service.

In a farewell message, the presenter expressed gratitude to ABN management, including Dr Kwaku Oteng and CEO Samuel Acheampong, for their support during his tenure.

Source: YEN.com.gh