Ghanaian actor Emmanuel Nii Adom Quaye, popularly known as Strika, has reportedly been sentenced to seven years in prison following his arrest over the alleged theft of metal railings from a footbridge in the Greater Accra Region.
Strika, who gained international recognition after starring in the acclaimed film Beasts of No Nation, was reportedly arrested after he was accused of removing metal railings from the Kwashieman footbridge.
The stolen metal was allegedly intended to be sold as scrap, according to the details surrounding the case.
Following his arrest, Strika was taken into police custody and subsequently brought before a court to face the allegations. He was later sentenced to a seven-year prison term.
In a video shared by OG TV on Instagram on September 13, 2026, Strika reportedly confirmed that he had been handed a seven-year jail sentence.
In the video, he stated that he was serving his sentence at Nsawam Prison.
The development has generated concern among people who remember Strika for his role in Beasts of No Nation, the 2015 war drama in which he portrayed the character of Strika.
His performance in the movie brought him significant attention at a young age and made him one of the Ghanaian actors associated with the internationally recognised production.
However, in the years following the success of the movie, Strika has faced a number of difficulties and has occasionally attracted public attention over challenges in his personal life.
There have also been reports of individuals attempting to support him and help him rebuild his life after his early success in the film industry.
The latest development has therefore prompted renewed concern among some members of the public, particularly those who have followed his journey since his appearance in Beasts of No Nation.
Strika’s reported seven-year sentence marks another difficult chapter in the life of an actor who rose to prominence through a major international film.
The circumstances surrounding the case have also drawn attention to the issue of theft of public infrastructure, particularly metal components that can be sold as scrap.
The Kwashieman footbridge, where the metal railings were reportedly taken, is used by members of the public and forms part of pedestrian infrastructure in the area.
As Strika begins serving his reported sentence at Nsawam Prison, his story has once again brought public attention to his journey from child actor to a life that has included significant personal and legal challenges.
Many who remember his early success may hope that the latest chapter will eventually provide an opportunity for reflection and rehabilitation.
Source: Thepressradio.com
