Lawyers Demand Police Update on Domestic Abuse Case Involving Armah Quaye

Lawyers representing Ms Joana Quaye, the former wife of businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye, have formally requested an update from the Inspector-General of Police on investigations into a domestic abuse and assault complaint filed against him. In a letter dated April 14, 2026, and signed by Godfred Yeboah Dame, Senior Partner at Dame and Partners, the legal team stated that their client lodged the complaint with the Ghana Police Service on December 9, 2025. The complaint, they noted, followed what they described as years of alleged abuse during the couple’s marriage. According to the lawyers, the alleged incidents span approximately 11 years and include repeated acts of physical violence. They claim the abuse often occurred when Ms Quaye raised concerns about alleged infidelity, with accusations of kicking, slapping, punching, and whipping with a belt. The legal team added that some of these claims are supported by video evidence and are part of ongoing divorce proceedings. The lawyers further alleged that their client was, at times, pressured into sexual relations, particularly after her husband returned from extended periods away. They claim that refusal led to further assault and, in some cases, withdrawal of financial support for the household. The complaint has been referred to the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU), which has initiated investigations. However, the legal team expressed concern over what they described as delays and lack of visible progress in the case. They also referenced an earlier unresolved incident in which the suspect allegedly attempted to forcibly break down a bedroom door at the couple’s residence in Dansoman, Accra, about three years ago. The lawyers are urging the police to provide a clear update on the status of the investigation and outline steps being taken to ensure accountability under Ghana’s laws. Copies of the letter were also sent to the Minister for the Interior and the Minister for Gender and Social Protection.