Accra, Ghana — February 18, 2026
Relief and celebration have swept through the community following the safe recovery of a newborn who was stolen from the Mamprobi Polyclinic in Accra. The infant has been reunited with the mother after a tense five-day search that gripped the nation and raised urgent questions about hospital security.
🔎 Breakthrough Through Social Media
The dramatic recovery came after a whistleblower alerted authorities upon recognizing the baby from photographs circulating widely on social media. According to reports, the suspect had taken the child to a clinic at Nkaobang seeking medical attention, a move that ultimately led to her exposure.
Law enforcement officers from the Ghana Police Service swiftly acted on the tip-off, tracking down and arresting the main suspect, a woman who is now in custody assisting with investigations.
👶 Baby in Good Health
After the rescue, the infant was returned to Mamprobi Polyclinic for a thorough medical examination. Although the baby reportedly developed a temperature shortly after being found, medical staff have confirmed that the child is now in good health and responding well to care.
Watch video below,
Joy in Accra: Abducted Newborn Recovered and Safely Returned to Mamprobi Polyclinic.Family members, overwhelmed with emotion, expressed gratitude to the police and members of the public whose vigilance helped bring the child home safely.
🏥 The Incident That Sparked National Concern
The baby was allegedly stolen shortly after the mother delivered via C-section. While reports differ slightly on the exact date of the incident, it is believed to have occurred around February 17, 2026.
The case quickly triggered widespread concern across Ghana, with many citizens questioning security protocols at health facilities. Relatives of the victim have since called for tighter surveillance systems and stricter visitor monitoring to prevent similar incidents in the future.
🧬 Investigation Continues
Although the child has been reunited with the mother, investigations remain ongoing. The family has reportedly requested a DNA test to formally confirm the baby’s identity, as part of due diligence in the aftermath of the ordeal.
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Authorities have assured the public that a full probe will be conducted and that appropriate measures will be taken to strengthen hospital security nationwide.
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