If Ghana’s social media landscape were a marketplace, today’s chatter on Facebook and X would be the busiest stalls, hawking a mix of political tension, societal grief, and delicious carbs.

On March 18th, 2026, three distinct conversations are vying for the nation’s attention, reflecting a country grappling with the rule of law, public safety, and cultural identity.

The ‘Free Abu Trica’ Movement Intensifies

The courtroom drama surrounding businessman Abu Trica has exploded onto the streets and timelines. Following his court appearance at the Gbese High Court today, tensions in Swedru escalated as youth protested his potential extradition to the U.S. on fraud charges.

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A video of community members making a direct, emotional appeal to President Mahama has gone viral, with one protester pleading, “President Mahama, do not let a few sell seekers destroy your government”.

The debate on X is razor-sharp; while some see nationalism, others argue, “no one is above the law”.

This is not a political issue, but we are all praying for Trica. Laws shouldn’t work because you voted for a party. Let him prove himself against the law.

— Afia Papabi (via Yen.com.gh)

Mob Justice: A “Too Frequent” Tragedy

A darker narrative is unfolding in the Ashanti Region. The lynching of two scrap dealers, Alhassan and Nagolo, at Ntensere has sparked national outrage.

Residents accused the men of attempting to steal a child, leading to a brutal mob killing that has left the Scrap Dealers Association president crying out against the frequency of such attacks.

This tragedy has reignited a fierce conversation on X about jungle justice, with users demanding police reform and condemning the ease with which communities resort to violence.

The ‘Akyeke’ Takeover

On a lighter note, your timeline is likely making you hungry. As part of Heritage Month, the Ivorian-adopted dish, Akyeke, is officially the trending cuisine.

From street vendors in Sunyani to high-end Accra brunch spots, the fermented cassava dish is being served as “Akyeke Jollof” or with grilled tilapia.

It’s a delicious debate on cultural integration, with foodies celebrating how Ghana has “naturalized” the dish as its own.

The past 48 hours on Ghanaian social media have served a rich stew of culture, controversy, and conversation. Here’s what’s been trending on Facebook and X from March 15 to 16, 2026.

The King Who Danced Into Our Hearts

A video of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II showing off his dance moves at the Akwasidae Festival in South Africa has warmed hearts across platforms.

The clip, shared widely on TikTok and X, captures the King smiling broadly as he moves to live band tunes in Johannesburg. Social media users flooded comments with praise, with one observer noting, “The humble king, me wura ne Asantehene”.

@thepalaceview Culture, rhythm and royalty — Otumfuo Osei Tutu II lights up the dance floor during Akwasidae in Johannesburg. 👑🎶 #thepalaceview #ghanatiktok🇬🇭 #manhyiapalace🥰😍 #fyp #akwasidaefestival ♬ original sound – The Palace View

The moment matters because it shows a revered traditional leader in a relaxed, human light—connecting with Ghanaians abroad while showcasing Asante culture on foreign soil.

Kakalika Conquers the World

Ghana’s “Kakalika” dance has officially gone global. Arsenal Women’s stars Chloe Kelly and Olivia Smith celebrated a goal by breaking into the DopeNation-inspired routine, and social media lost it.

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Fans flooded X with reactions like “Kakalika to the world” and “Ndwom no aduru akyiri” to wit, the song has reached far. The moment highlights how Ghanaian pop culture now travels through football stadiums in Europe, carried by athletes who find our rhythms irresistible.

Bills Micro-Credit Backlash

A darker trend emerged when a viral video showed field officers of Bills Micro-Credit Limited in an altercation with a woman carrying a baby. Public outrage was swift and fierce.

By Saturday, management announced the suspension of five officers and handed them over to police for investigation. The board has also reached out to the customer involved.

The incident sparked wider conversations about debt collection practices and the treatment of vulnerable Ghanaians by financial institutions.

FDA Warns Against ‘Sukudai’

Health concerns trended after the Food and Drugs Authority warned the public against “Sukudai,” an unregistered substance marketed as a heart-cleansing remedy in Kumasi. Laboratory analysis confirmed the presence of chloroform—a toxic chemical linked to cancer, liver damage, and even death.

The warning followed a viral video claiming the substance could corrode Styrofoam. Social media users have been sharing the FDA’s alert widely, though some wonder how long the product circulated before authorities acted.

Political Misinformation Debate

Data journalist Maxwell Mensah sparked reflection with his call to end rising political misinformation online . He specifically called out a page called GhanaToday for publishing unverified claims targeting the ruling party, while noting that ruling party supporters have adopted counter-strategies using branded quote cards to circulate allegations about the opposition NPP.

Mr. Mensah’s “This nonsense must STOP” resonated with users worried about how fake news poisons democratic discourse .

Sanitary Pads vs Petroleum Hub

Parliamentary debates spilled onto social media after NPP MP George Kwame Aboagye criticized government’s GH¢300 million allocation for sanitary pads, arguing the money could instead compensate land for the Petroleum Hub project.

The comparison—between menstrual hygiene and industrial development—sparked heated exchanges about government priorities and which deserves funding more urgently.

If you grew up in Ghana in the 90s, Saturday mornings had a soundtrack. And that soundtrack was Chichukule.

The voice belonged to Uncle George Lane—or as the kids called him, Uncle Gorgeous Georgie. On Chichukule, which aired on GTV, he brought stories, rhythms, and life lessons into living rooms across the country. He moved. He danced. He made you feel like he was talking only to you.

But here is the thing about that famous song. Most of us assumed Uncle George wrote it. A new video from @Sankofatapes on Instagram is reminding us that the truth is a little deeper.

The melody had been around for close to a century. It was passed down orally, sung by children long before television existed. Uncle George simply gave it a face and a Saturday time slot.

What happened next? The song slipped out of Ghana and started walking.

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Across West Africa, kids sang it. In the Caribbean, it found new playgrounds. And then, something unexpected happened. In the 1970s, two Latin musicians—Willy Colón and Héctor Lavoe—got hold of it.

They sampled the tune, added salsa horns, and turned it into a full-blown Latin track. Also titled Chichukule, it became a salsa record. A piece of Ghanaian childhood, pressed onto vinyl and played in dancehalls across Mexico and Latin America.

Think about that journey. A rhyme whispered by Ghanaian grandmothers to their grandchildren. Carried orally for decades. Placed on television by a man with a big smile. Then floated across oceans to become a salsa rhythm in a language thousands of miles away.

Uncle George may not have invented the song. But he gave it wings. And now, every time that tune plays—whether in a classroom in Accra or a club in Mexico City—it still sounds like Saturday morning.