The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested former professional boxer Michael Ayitey Okai, popularly known as “Ayittey Powers,” over an alleged threat of death against the Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah.
According to the Police, the 46-year-old former boxer was arrested on Monday, August 24, 2026, in connection with an alleged death threat made against Ampofo Ankrah.
The arrest follows the circulation of a video on social media in which Ayitey Powers is alleged to have issued the threat against the NSA Director-General.
A statement issued by the Accra Regional Police Command on Monday said Ayitey Powers is currently in Police custody and assisting with investigations.
“The suspect, Michael Ayitey Okai, is currently in Police custody assisting with investigations,” the statement said.
The Police said investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged threat and determine the appropriate action to be taken in accordance with the law.
The Command also urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified information about the matter while investigations continue.
“The Command further urges the public to refrain from spreading unverified information concerning the matter while investigations are ongoing,” the statement added.