Accra: A video circulating on social media shows a suspected thief being spoon-fed jollof rice after he was apprehended while allegedly attempting to escape with stolen items. In the footage, the man is seen seated on a plastic crate, wearing a blue football jersey and black shorts while holding a sachet of water. Opposite him, another man is seen feeding him portions of jollof rice from a plate and encouraging him to drink water.
According to Ghana Web, the video was posted on X by @askghmedia and was sighted on August 2, 2026. While the man was being fed, one of the individuals behind the camera was heard asking whether he wanted a drink to accompany the meal. The suspect declined the offer, but those present insisted on getting one for him nonetheless. Later, the man feeding him was heard saying, 'You better eat the food because this is the last time you will be stealing.'
The unusual scene has attracted mixed reactions online, with some viewers describing the gesture as an act of compassion, while others questioned the motive behind it.