Joana coffie:oana Coffie, the former wife of businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye, has formally petitioned the Ghana Police Service, demanding an update on the status of multiple complaints she lodged over alleged years of abuse during their marriage.
According to Ghana Web, Joana Coffie's lawyers, Dame and Partners, issued a letter on April 14, 2026, outlining the distressing circumstances that compelled their client to seek police intervention after enduring a reported prolonged period of violence and mistreatment spanning about eleven years.
The statement highlights that Joana, who shares three children with Quaye, initially filed a formal complaint with the Ghana Police Service on December 9, 2025. The decision to report followed repeated incidents of alleged physical abuse, reportedly triggered when she confronted her husband over suspected infidelity.
The petition from Joana's legal team details a pattern of assaults, including allegations of being kicked, slapped, punched, and whipped with a belt. The lawyers assert that these claims are substantiated by video evidence and have been referenced in court proceedings related to the couple's divorce.
Additionally, the letter raises allegations of sexual coercion within the marriage, with claims that Richard Quaye allegedly attempted to force sexual relations after returning from trips with other women. When Joana resisted, it allegedly resulted in further physical abuse and financial neglect.
The complaint was referred to the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU), which began investigations. However, the legal firm expressed concerns about the perceived lack of progress, citing an earlier case reportedly filed about three years ago involving an incident at a residence in Dansoman, Accra, where Quaye allegedly attempted to forcibly enter Joana's bedroom.
Dame and Partners argue that the delay in addressing both the earlier and more recent complaints raises serious concerns for Joana Coffie. She is reportedly worried about her own case and the broader implications for other women seeking justice through the system.
The lawyers have requested a clear update from the Police Service on the investigations, including details on the steps taken and actions being pursued to ensure accountability under Ghanaian law. They emphasize that the outcome of this case could impact public confidence in how domestic violence complaints are handled, particularly for women who rely on law enforcement for protection and redress.
To expedite justice, Joana Coffie's lawyers also copied key authorities, including the Minister of the Interior and the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, in their petition.