Pulled Over in Ghana (Police Corruption in Africa?) | Should You Bribe the Ghana Police

[@johnampiah2110]

Ghana’s favourite African American family you guys are lit 🔥🔥♥️🙏🏾👍🏾

[@ldsane1958]

Too Lit 🔥, .. the way they interpret their experiences tells you , they are wise people. Now !! 👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾♥️

[@johnjohnson5977]

They are lucky that they stopped in Ghana instead of America especially traveling through some towns where everyone there are related to each other.

[@Madrrrrrrrrrrr]

That dude on the left just went to the tourist shop to get that shirt. It's like coming to America reversed.

[@josephbrown1573]

As a Nigerian who grew up in Nigeria, then moved to the US,I can see from watching you tubers and taking to Ghanaian friends that Ghana is a completely different place than Nigeria in all aspects. Safe and laid back. When I was in University in Nigeria, a student of my school was returning from a night club late at night with some friends and were stopped at a police checkpoint .The long and short of the story is she ended up shot dead by the police! I am sure everyone is aware of what is going on in Nigeria with SARS . Nigerians are not exactly afraid of the Nigerian police ,but we are cautious around them, and the less we have to do with them the better!

[@zushaynafemi3234]

How tragic!!!

[@DA-qz5rh]

OMG, this is very sad.

[@ayodeler39]

The situation in Nigeria at the moment is tragic. I pray that Ghana will stay safer. However the Muslim / Christian divide could be a cause for concern 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@nobs997]

I am a Nigerian as well and I can tell you that SARS is being made to pay for the sins of politicians. Where else in the world do you give people guns, underpay them and expect them to behavior professionally?

[@oluakinwale4859]

@Joseph Brown - and the police in America where u are based? Are they better than police in Nigeria. Each country has it's own peculiar problems. Ghana has their, there has been a huge turnaround in Ghana due to JJ Rawlings. We had Buhari/Idiagbon regimes in Nigeria transforming Nigeria at that time. Where inpatient and complaining. It's resulted in another coup that brought IBB to power. This started going down again from the Second Republican turmoil we had witnessed. We we better off today? The answer is No! Everything is not fantastic in Ghana u should know and Nigeria political activists that were fleeing Nigeria during Abacha regime and returning started settling in Ghana to watch developments are they were unfolding during Abubakar to transferred power to OBJ under civilian rule. Ghana came to prominence with Nigerians because people like Dele Momodu (Ovation) who encouraged Nigerians to visit Ghana. Ghana was never of interest to Nigerians pre-Abacha. I rest my case.

[@melodynia174]

I would buy her a pizza. She probably thinks you forgot and aren’t going to do it. When you do she’ll be pleasantly surprised and might help you out in the future. 😊

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yes @ Melody Nia and she'll be a friend for life. Great point and thanks for the comment!

[@tonyjones6342]

I'm gonna take her one, hope it goes well and I gain a friend.

[@imarkyaw534]

Yup - buy her 2...certainly better than abuse from racist American cops. Life is never perfect, so we should choose the type of crap we want to put up with.

[@truthoverfictionii5760]

I agree.

[@quamebee8840]

Tony the Pizza thing was funny. Lol

[@lifeiswargodisall7415]

What are the dislikes for? Thanks for your informative videos. We're so grateful. Let's say NO! to corruption.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Life Is War God Is All! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@ASofterSide]

Another great video! Hmm, the pizza is a tough one because I don’t know if she was being cheeky or not... I did find out my sister and I are Ghananian and Nigerian 😁. We’ve been practicing Twi too!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Sista ❤️❤️🇬🇭❤️❤️! Knew you were family all along 😊. We couldn't really tell either... May just have to play it safe. Thanks for the comment!

[@tonyjones6342]

I couldn't tell either but I'm bringing her that pizza. Welcome to a higher knowledge of yourself with knowing your true heritage.

[@pamissah16]

Good job Tony, this is very important education 👏 for all of us coming to Ghana 🇬🇭. And yes Ooooo it is an advantage to know them for another day. Thanks from Nevada

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@pamissah16 - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@abby-a]

My brotha Tony be having some nice shirts ❤💛💚🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭 👌🏾👌🏾

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Loving Ghana ❤️🇬🇭❤️. Thanks @Abby A and great seeing you this week 😊!

[@tonyjones6342]

Ayo hates this shirt and it's one of my favorites. Thanks for the compliment.

[@DA-qz5rh]

I loveeee this shirt.

[@jefftokplo]

Hey love your channel. Seems like there is some grey area dealing with law enforcement in Ghana. But yes, that lady would appreciate the pizza and the gesture. Building relationships is still a good thing in Ghana, you never know who you may need in the future

[@paragontelevision]

thats what i wrote on one of his other vogs nice gear wear

[@Fred-zk3wv]

Your description of how you feel about being pulled over in North America compared to Ghana is right on point. In Ghana no need to fear for your life just a fear of your pocket. And I would definitely take a fear of my pocket over fear of my life.

[@ebotops4647]

Hi Tony, as someone who was born in Ghana my advice to you is don't encourage her or any police officer for that matter. Since she let you go that day she wouldn't ask or remind you of the pizza even if she sees you again, or come face to face with you. Just make sure you don't do anything wrong by her to stop you again. She may not be nice a second time if you fall in her trap. You see the police in Ghana knows taking money or a thing of value is wrong so they are careful when they do it. The reason is they don't know who is behind the wheel. Please stay safe and enjoy Ghana with your family.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@NorthernKingdom -I think I will get her the pizza and let her know who I am with the yotube channel. I will also let her know my senior brother here works in the intelligence community for Ghana so she understands I have some help when I need it. For the most part I feel bad I said I would bring it and didn't and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@kiejnehk4275]

The Best African American Channel I have been watching..Very Educative.Am a subscriber

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome @Kiej Nehk! Thanks for subbing and welcome to Expat Life ❤️️!

[@rml4224]

Great post...I would advise a pizza and a Pepsi... she can be a beneficial contact.

[@edsondeoliveira9485]

Thank you very much for the great video! It is very rewarding and instructive to learn about human interactions through this wonderful conversation you two have. You are a very adorable couple.

[@edwardgreer491]

I shared the same experience when visiting Ghana. I wasn’t driving but I had a video camera and the driver warned me that if I looked like I had some money they would pull us over. They did because the car didn’t have a registration decal and cost me eighty cedes. Back then it was 24 to 1 US so I didn’t mind. But what I have been trying to explain to the youth of today is that the feeling of peace that you experience in Africa verses America is un describable. America can no longer be our only place to call home. They hate us and don’t want us here. 73 million people voted for hate,racism , bigotry, lies, cheating , corruption, putting children in cages, castration of young Latino women and they call themselves God fearing people. You guys are lucky because it’s going to get worse. Have been working on a project for self sustainable communities with renewable energy to bring back to Africa and then I’m outa here .

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Edward Greer -Amen!!!!!!! We have options! We wish you luck on your project to get here with progressive and positive forward thinking and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@Thecarnivorejournals]

I've watched two videos and subscribed. Thank you for sharing everything. I've learned I am so very ignorant to most everything of late. Through you, I get to learn more.

[@kaybee3757]

Please send her the pizza as promised. It'll do you some good in the near future. ☺

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Kay Bee, I think the community agrees with you. Thanks for the comment 😊. Pizza it is! 🍕🍕

[@tonyjones6342]

Gonna have to get a pizza for her for sure. Thanks!

[@youngtimer7531]

My next door neighbor just got back from Ghana. CONSTANTLY BRIBING the police ruined the spirit and enjoyment of her entire trip. It is a horrible practice and should never be taken lightly or explained away as a way of life..... ITS TERRIBLE!

[@E_Static]

You should get a dashcam for your car. Showing your viewers traffic and the surrounding communities would make for some good footage for the channel.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@E Julien -Great idea fam! We really have been filming just what we need for video and not allot of b-role of everyday life. That dashcam might come in handy at those checkpoints in the future though and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@evergreenapefa9249]

Am a Ghanaian nd have lived in Ghana all my life. I don't think she wld even remember she asked for that pizza d next time she she's u. But u can still buy it for her as a way of starting a friendship. When u pass by her, hunk nd wave her nd she'll return it. Then u can later get her number. But don't call her unless u are really in need of help. One other tip is to make sure u hv friends in every institution. 1 nurse, 1 police, 1 pharmacist, 1 lawyer etc😀 u know what I mean? 😉 We are friendly like that nd we love and help respectful friendly ppl. You will sure have your best life in Ghana. Enjoy yourselves. All d best.

[@SM-mm3kg]

Tony you need to make a friend...Ghanaians don’t forget easily good you do them.

[@annettebrown4928]

Thank you guys for this information I am coming to Ghana soon. Keep up the good work

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Annette Brown! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@pallotey810]

Greetings from San Antonio!!! Heading your way in January. If you are in Ghana, I would like to take you and family to dinner.

[@pallotey810]

@B Malcolm Yes, I am originally from Ghana, Eastern Region. My father is half Togo and Ghana also. We are in Medina County. We have a pretty quiet country 1.5 Acre land, we don't see cars, we don't see people 🤔 we only see deer, coyotes, foxes, armadillos, raccoons, wild pigs and cats 😜 🎶 😉 😆. I own some properties in Ghana and Togo. If you want to buy land in Ghana, I recommend you head to the Aburi mountains. The weather is excellent 👌 and the people are very humble 😀 and respectful. Food is fresh and cheap. Let's talk when you have time. 210 850 3221

[@JandRMediaLimited]

You guys are truly wonderful people. Enjoy Ghana!

[@Vimac08]

Lol so funny. Ghana police means no harm most of the time. Due to low pay makes some behave the way they do. You guys look beautiful and relaxed. Thanks for sharing x

[@DA-qz5rh]

Very very true.

[@shirleyowens9936]

Why is wrong behavior looked at as right? it’s wrong hello!! Example( I’m homeless I’m going to Rob someone. Right or wrong?

[@DA-qz5rh]

@@shirleyowens9936 Nobody is saying wrong behaviour is right. We are just explaining the reasons behind such behaviour.

[@DA-qz5rh]

@Barny Brian Did you even read what I wrote? I SAID I WAS EXPLAINING THE IDEA BEHIND THEIR BEHAVIOUR. Key word is EXPLAINING.

[@Benxzola]

I can’t stop laughing 😂 It’s nice encounter by Ghanaian Police 👮‍♀️ “!! Nice video’ Nice presentation!!

[@abby-a]

Tony just go ahead and get the pizza for her bro 😂😂 I rather do that then deal with the cops here in America 😂😂

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Right?!? @Abby A... You got that right!

[@tonyjones6342]

I think I will, I could always use another police friend.

[@ayodeler39]

@@tonyjones6342 that would be the proverbial pizza. Approx USD20.

[@thefonzcoobreeze6887]

You guys are so nice.This is actually a big deal and alot of Americans will have difficulty with this(my opinion)

[@DadHussle]

The similarities between you and your wife and me and mine are so interesting 😆. We move to ghana in 3 weeks with a large family. Well be in accra for a few days before going to takoradi

[@Primo_Kpodo]

You’re welcome to Ghana

[@ahveekhy]

definitely bring the pizza....a friend and connection is very valuable in Ghanaian life

[@py20]

Police encounters in Ghana is more comic relief than fear and danger. I've dealt with them a couple of times and as usual they were "thirsty" and needed "water". On one occasion, they were two and as one was busy asking for this and that, the other simply signaled me to ignore his colleague and go on my merry way and that's exactly what I did. I find them funny! Should Tony give the Pizza? Well, if he gives it, she will become his friend forever, trust me. But it is still corruption, even if low key, and that perpetuates the problem. Tough decision to make. I'll let Leo rule on this - LOL.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Paa Ben, great insight (as always)... And you're right. Corruption is corruption, no matter how you slice it. Is feeding into that the right thing to do. Or do you realize we all need friends 😊. Thanks for the comment and great seeing you this week 👍.

[@fx5online]

@@ExpatLifeGhana We shouldn't really take life too seriously as what happens in the West. This makes life in Africa less stressful. No Tension! No Stress!

[@fx5online]

Buy her the Pizza

[@edemadukonu741]

@@ExpatLifeGhana Just get her the pizza and make a friend. She’s already glad you’ve learnt from the conversation and won’t be breaking traffic regulations. 😊

[@ayodeler39]

Fun show, from now you are going to be safe here in Ghana. I recall driving in Lagos back in 1975-77 when the rules restricting odd or even number plates could not drive on certain days. The ‘traffic police’ were all over the place harassing, frightening , bullying and demanding bribes. It’s a relief to be out of all that. Trying times here in 🇬🇧 too it’s getting edgy. I look forward to a peaceful life in Ghana come 2022!

[@abigailboadi2063]

During my stay in Ghana I was stop by a policeman, honestly it felt so good. I will prefer being stop by a Ghana policeman 1 millions times over than an American policeman. When an American policeman stops you, he makes you feel like a criminal and I hate that. Please go and give the woman her pizza and make her your friend. Love u guys so much. You are so honest.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Abigail Boadi - It is a relief to get stopped without feeling as your life is in danger and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@gadfinancefoundation4579]

God richly bless you from The Netherlands

[@dearseries8552]

In Ghana. It's not really bribe. It's like a culture. With giving her the pizza, you immediately gain a friend. That's a connection. If you were to ever need help or something you always have someone. For example I gave a police officer a tip before and when I needed a police officer to guard an event he did it. So it's just a cultural thing.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Queen A - Great advice! She gets pizza Monday and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@charleshamilton9866]

I’ve been watching you and your adjustment to Ghana. I pray that things go well for you. I tried several times to contact you when I was there but I am now back in the states. Good luck.

[@charleshamilton9866]

I also think it would be a good idea to bring pizza to the lady. It would be a good idea to have at least one of them as a buddy. Don’t worry about the stopping; when I recently went, I was stopped 6 times but never paid. I played it polite, and they eventually let me go.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@charles hamilton - Hello Charles, I am so sorry we couldn't connect while you were here. We were moving very quickly to get things in place and still put out these videos every week I had very little free time. Please reach out when you visit again. By the way, I will get her pizza to make a friend and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@nadinelindsay3012]

Omg 800 gh...crazy. Can you do a video about the process of getting a driver's license in Ghana.

[@KelsAcosta]

I appreciate the videos you both create for us to learn and gain a new perspective. I'm coming to Ghana in a month and your evaluated experiences are so helpful. Thanks a lot, look 4ward to more content! New Friend here 🙏🏽

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Kels Acosta - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️. Hope you travel well and se you In GH.

[@KelsAcosta]

@@ExpatLifeGhana sounds good !! cant wait 😎🙌🏽

[@aaronlattimore9409]

Sounds like Ghana police are nice. Thanks! Very informative. Great information.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Aaron Lattimore - The Ghanaian people are very humble to begin with. The police as I've interacted with them are very professional and courteous, even when they are asking for a bribe to pass a checkpoint and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@chuckabraham5317]

So true being pulled over by the police being a person of color in the states can be an experience I'm glad it well for you Love this channel y'all keep up the good work 👍🏾😊

[@AFROLISTICKSCHANNEL]

My father always had Mercedes and no stop points will ever pull him over. The idea is that they never know who is in that Mercedes.

[@charliewilliamsiii8824]

Wow. I really enjoy you two. Keep it coming.

[@monicacalais1039]

Sending love to you guys all the way from Houston, TX. ❤️ #couplegoals

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Hey H-Town 🤗! Whoop, whoop 😊. Thanks for the love @Monica Howard ❤️🇬🇭❤️!

[@tonyjones6342]

Feeling the H-Town love, thanks!

[@monicacalais1039]

@@ExpatLifeGhana you're welcome! ☺️

[@monicacalais1039]

@@tonyjones6342 you're from H-town as well?

[@tonyjones6342]

Yep! Northsider rider baaaaby!

[@hakeemmuhammad9158]

Nice video Btothet & Sister always enjoy your videos

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks for that comment @Hakeem Muhammad, appreciate it 😉!

[@cam-cl4ec]

Great video. Very informative

[@cam-cl4ec]

But now I want pizza

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks @cam. And thanks for the comment 👍

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@cam - haha 😂🤣😂 🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕

[@tonyjones6342]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@Imohlaapohko]

Yes! Bring the pizza make a connection and a new military friend! Thank you for your video! I learned a lot 😃

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Cee Cee! We are glad this was helpful 😊! She gets pizza Monday ❤️️!

[@raskeambe3191]

Take her the pizza, it's not a bribe, it's appreciation

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Interesting idea @Colin Jones

[@rasasonchi5581]

Yo Tony that outfit is fire bruh. Listen i'm coming for the top fam. Just know

[@samuelkyei2888]

Hello Tony did you find out about the GRITS? well you can made one at home...maize is common in Ghana and use the dry food blender to blend it. let me know how it goes.

[@yawaisnatural4344]

I’m happy I read your comment I was going to have my mom bring me some grits from America when she comes here to visit me in March! Now I don’t have to wait! Thank you🤗

[@mohammedanane92]

Tony n Ayo l love you with your Humor l always watch your videos

[@eric55682]

Bring her the pizza because I’m the states it could have ended up very badly

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @eric55682! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@albertsampson3567]

You guys are just cool 👍🏿, enjoy your time in Ghana

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Albert sampson, really appreciate it 😉!

[@attamills3347]

Tony, please in my opinion give that pizza. But my advice is, that should be the first and last time you do.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Atta Mills - She only has one birthday a year so it would be a one time thing when I do...on Monday and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@christdisciple-preparingth4835]

GREAT GREAT custom Tony!!!

[@ghana-music]

Ghana Police is a service and not a force, big difference. They are humans and understand how expensive it is. Also the police officers are the nicest I live in the UK and I know. The bride issue is just pennies really, they dont get paid enough.

[@Victoria_Jesus]

Yeah, but that shouldn’t constitute to bribery right? Ghana police is one of the best in Africa

[@FinishTheRaceVL7]

Good information. That is one of my concerns when I travel and move to Africa. I don't want to feel harassed or intimidated.

[@capstone1073]

I think you and your family, especially those 2 very cute boys, should take two pizzas to the precinct around lunchtime when the officer is in. One for her and one for her to share with her colleagues. Major brownie points! 2 pizzas cannot be that expensive.

[@Crob100]

They don't want pizzas, they want money.

[@patriceconley7291]

I love watching your family! It makes my day...takes the edge off, if you know what I mean. KEEP SHINING...SHALOM

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Patrice Conley - We appreciate you watching and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@BrowncoatBlue]

😂 LOL I would have definitely brought her that Pizza next day! Then I would have made friends with her and visited her every now and then. Always good to have cops friends!

[@ayodeler39]

Hmmm then her colleagues will always tease her and say ....'here comes your friend' etc

[@fredqwaqwu769]

Just laughed and laughed, you guys are awesome. That's Africa police

[@joeachie4676]

I never get scared when I'm pulled over by the police in Ghana. It's all about a few bucks and you are gone.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You got that right @Joe Achie - and that is a different experience than in the States altogether 😢. Thanks for the comment 😊!

[@OneAfricanDjSmash]

You guys are doing a great job educating those in the diaspora wanting to move to the motherland. While parts of the video is hilarious 😁I also know it's real. That's the nature of the GH police for the most part. But I would also say that the Ghana police along with other government agencies are well underpaid which in most cases incites corruption. I have respect for the police woman for asking for pizza rather than asking for "water" 😁. So yes Tony you promised the officer her pizza please carry it to her and build rapport 💁🏾‍♂️🤗. Keep up the good work. 🤝🏿👌🏿✊🏾

[@TheDtfamu89]

THEY NEED TO PAY THESE PEOPLE! We can make light of the situation, but these dang people are doing this because they DON’T MAKE ENOUGH MONEY TO FEED THEIR FAMILIES! This would help with the corruption. I take my money seriously and this would piss me off. GHANA, PAY YOUR PEOPLE. I can just see myself driving down the street to handle my business and having to pay bills I did not plan for.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@kwadwosenya469]

This is by far the happiest I've seen Tony since his arrival in Ghana. Who knew it took a few run-ins with law enforcement. Police officers in Ghana are paid about $500 on average a month, and many a lot less. This explains why they go around indirectly, and artfully soliciting bribes. Personally think you should consider going beyond pizza, and actually have a chat with the lady. Try to understand the root cause of their problem, why it is they solicit bribes, and perhaps what can be done to alleviate the problem. The solution is obviously, police officers getting paid more, so the next step is finding out how to lobby for that change. Whichever way you slice it, creatively soliciting money from people is never a good thing and we need to figure out a solution to the problem, rather than make light of it or complain as most Ghanaians do. I think you both are in a position of priviledge and can have an immense impact more than you think. It may start with the pizza, who knows?!

[@maairegyengnefrancis6077]

Encountering Ghanaian police is like a comic movie drama which I enjoyed all the time. In my area, whenever am driving pass them I intentionally draw their attention by creating a scene, they pull me over and we have chit chat. Now they notice my tricks and whenever am driving and they see my car approaching, they turn faces away probably thinking he is coming to waste our time and energy. They friendly , loving and fun especially when you interact along.

[@kuuku006]

Lol

[@rkyei-gyau525]

Thanks Tony and Ayo for sharing your experiences with Ghana Police. If you try to be law abiding all the time, you won't have that much interaction with them. For a very long time now I have refused to pay anything to them when I drive anytime I'm in Ghana. Generally I think things are getting better. We want Ghana Police to be the best

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@R Kyei-Gyau - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️. I do my best not to attract any unwanted attention, especially form the officers.

[@harrybanks5607]

Hey, I enjoyed this very much, and yes, I would give her the pizza by all means, although I have no idea of how you'll conduct that transaction in public at the turn. You'll also spend less on gas, that way trying to avoid her station. Seriously though "Dash" is a problem, and I'm of the opinion they should be paid properly.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Harry Banks -There should be no problem bringing a pizza and soda to the police. The officers should be paid properly but remember they accepted the job and the pay is what it is and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@jimmiemark2135]

Great seeing you guys....

[@conniemiller6658]

Yes. Bring the lady the pizza. In fact since it has been this long take 2

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@jOr2187]

Remember try to *LEARN ABOUT THE CULTURE IS KEY* you will understand and adapt and things will be so easy for yall... Believe that

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Interesting idea @jOr2187

[@janicesorhaindo2990]

Awww Tony, you remind me of my dad so much... I love you guys 🖤

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks @Na Efya (that's a good thing, right?) 🇬🇭😉🇬🇭

[@tonyjones6342]

He sounds like a great guy!

[@janicesorhaindo2990]

@@ExpatLifeGhana Oh Definitely!!! My dad was the best daddy in the world lollYour mannerisms, your calmness, everything. You seem really nice. He was so nice and very pleasant. He was a good man 😊. I’m coming home in a few weeks ( pray I pass this Covid test lol) I hope to see you guys

[@stanleyglover5534]

@@janicesorhaindo2990 You also sound like a very nice person, it’s in your little notes here . Good people can spot each other miles away. Wish you best of luck as you prepare to travel to Ghana ❤️

[@janicesorhaindo2990]

@@stanleyglover5534 thank you love 😊

[@joyblackmon4771]

Love da shirt Tony! I'm from da old skool...my word is my bond. Get da pizza Tony! Lol 🤣🤣🤣 Take Ayo with you so she doesn't get any ideas! 😁 I love you guys I get great info from yall!!! 🖤💯🤗

[@PEACEofGOD2day]

First to comment! 🙌🏼❤️👑👑

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Nice! Thanks for the comment 😊.

[@tonyjones6342]

A true fan, we appreciate you!

[@jameswatkins-abundance6761]

I really enjoy your videos, they are very informative. Thank you

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @James Watkins-Abundance! We are glad this was helpful 😊! See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@niiamu3300]

Beautiful top, Tony.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks!! And thanks for the comment 👍.

[@tonyjones6342]

Appreciate that.

[@kwamekankam-boadu2467]

Love that shirt Bro

[@steveaddo4695]

I love your content well done and good luck in Ghana.

[@Boameooo1000]

Bring the pizza, is always good to have a friend in Ghana.

[@rojojo2889]

GOOD Job Tony and Ayo, another great content. In my opinion i think you should get her the Pizza it will pay some day. Its good to have a Ghanaian police officer friend especially in regards to cases we are talking about now .please get her contact it might save you some headaches some day thanks.

[@janicesorhaindo2990]

Yes Tony, get her the Pizza but keep conversation short or she’ll get some kind of idea... Ayo go with him loll

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Ha! Maybe we misunderstood what the pizza 🍕😘🍕 was code for 😂🤣😂 @Na Efya. We'll bring two pizzas, together 😉

[@tonyjones6342]

Will have to do that.

[@pawuramakay7535]

Yeah, go with him so she doesn't get any funny ideas.😁

[@kwamenyame1277]

😂😂😂

[@sampraise4887]

Lol...

[@royschmidt675]

I hope the peoples of Ghana will come to realize and appreciate the high moral and ethical standards both of you have brought to their country. I really enjoy watching and listening to you. Maybe if you bring enough pizza to them at work for lunch it will serve its purpose. Peace & Love ❤️

[@danieljones8497]

I’m a Native American married to a Ghanaian and when I visit Ghana I get pulled over constantly. I think they think I’m Lebanese lol. I have been lucky that I’ve never paid a bribe or fine, even if I was doing something wrong. I think as long as you show them respect they let you go.

[@jewel9313]

You probably look white that’s why they give you no problem. I mean let’s be real.

[@jakebaba2149]

IN GHANA, THE POLICE ARE CALLED PEACE OFFICERS. THEY MAINTAIN LAW AND ORDER TOWARDS PEACEFUL EXISTENCE OF ALL IN THE COUNTRY.

[@babsdabre1056]

@@jewel9313 Even if you are white it doesn't make any difference. If a Ghanaian police officer wants to extort money from you your race doesn't scare them. In fact you are even safer if you are black with a good car cos it makes them think you might be a "Big" man or woman. Exactly what happened with Tony.

[@patriotenigma4841]

You are not mistaken cause all they need is respect most often to appreciate they are doing good.

[@Beauty4Ashes316]

Wow, that’s new. I’ve never heard of a NA in Africa lol Do Africans you meet know about Native Americans?

[@sampsonpaintsil52]

This is so funny,the police in Ghana is not as mean,they are friendly,I’m also glad you are enjoying the country,you handled the entire encounter maturely,don’t change anything

[@amberice7383]

Have your wife bring her pizza. Lol

[@meaganalexander789]

Yes I agree. Wth you want a pizza. The bribery needs to stop somewhere

[@nancyvine6355]

Love your top Tony! Very colorful and Ghanaian! And yes, you should get her the pizza, or at least a slice or two if they sell pizza by the slice.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Nancy Vine - Thanks Nana, Ayo hates this shirt but it's one of my favorites. I will get her a pizza so I can pass her intersection without fear and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@angiejo3834]

I have been pulled over a few times when visiting Ghana. Once my aunt was pulled over for not wearing a seat belt and just smiled sweetly and was waved away. The next time I was feeling ill so we were going a bit fast. When my husband explained to the policeman, he just told us to slow down and let us go. Then the funniest time was on the way from the airport, when an old policeman stopped us at a regular checkpoint and had a chat to the driver about something in the news and just wanted a chat as he must have been bored. They all meant no harm and even though they have guns, they aren't so scary. The Kumasi police band are amazing singers and instrumentalists and play at events. They are regular people who are on crappy wages. The key is to be firm but friendly and dont be either too confrontational or too timid. Same goes at the airport. Firm but friendly humility works wonders

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@samspade6964]

@@ExpatLifeGhana See no corruption

[@theaggressiveinvestortips5791]

Am glad you gave the police officer that look. I am a Ghanaian and I get really offended when pulled over by an officer for nothing, other than to solicit for money. Am glad you guys are helping put that system of corruption in check. I wished more Ghanaians would do same. I love your hilarious take on your encounters though!!!! As for the pizza, I don't really know. Hahahahaha. Maybe you can go there around Christmas or a holiday to give the entire police division a present so it doesn't come across as a bribe. That way, you get to network with people in authority. You never know when they can be of help to you.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@The Aggressive Investor Tips - The aggravation of getting pulled over just for a couple cedis is frustrating and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@zushaynafemi3234]

Get her the pizza! It’s not bribe, it’s more of a kind gesture and it will show that you remembered. I’m sure after you bring pizza, you won’t have any issues driving by that intersection again!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Zu & Shayna Femi -I'm buying her pizza so I can stop going the long way around and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@kofihe]

A good one to 😁 about. The pizza plus some drinks is fine, but please avoid "dashing" as it perpetuates the canker of corruption

[@willietalley3672]

I see Tony is back in his old spot

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You noticed @Willie... You like him better on that side?

[@tonyjones6342]

Lol yep!

[@berylallan5155]

Hello l am not an expat., wish l was. What a wonderful life you lead. Ghana seems to be a great up and coming country to be very proud off. I recall enjoy watching you, especially when you are buying furniture from the roadside. I am a great believer in helping people like them👍l very much enjoy watching you both an the little man(is his name Rihia?) thank you🤗

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Beryl Allan - The little guy is Leo. Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@jettunion7430]

Hi Tony love the vest. Hi Ayo love this

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks @Jett Union 👍🇬🇭👍

[@tonyjones6342]

Thanks, Ayo hates it! It's one of my favorites though.

[@fideliaf2043]

Tony and Ayo am from Ghana born and bread and live in Ga now. I love watching both of you. I miss almost everything you talk about even the palm greasing. However, if you take the pizza you will suddenly become a friend and more pizzas might be expected down the road.

[@westwilliamesekhaigbe4910]

Hallo family is everyone OK back in mother land peace

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

We are all good, and thanks!

[@tonyjones6342]

We all good chale!

[@mydailyrhema195]

The problem is the government should set the FEES FOR TICKET low to discourage bribing your way out of paying the ticket.

[@Nextphaseblack]

I'm sure I speak for many when I say I would rather give water to every cop in Africa before I have another interaction with an American officer!

[@numojulius8876]

I love this your kente "ready

[@numojulius8876]

Ready to fight atair "

[@mmbdigitalprofit]

Yes, I think u should buy her the pizza, Tony.

[@evertcommeydaniels9542]

Welcome to Ghana Bebe!

[@VA-rw9jc]

Oh my. I just can't stop loving you two. You are a joy and delight to watch. Tony buy her the pizza. It will save you gas money from the detour. Lol

[@evelyndente6557]

Tony, you know, just buy her the pizza 🍕 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kwamenyame1277]

You guys are so adorable 🥰. Life is very simple in Ghana and dramatic and comical at the same time. Get them 2 boxes of pizza, and go together 😂. The whole department will love you guys... and you will make good friends with them.

[@emilakli3555]

All they are looking for is just your appreciation of their work. A little tip is not that bad. Remember that some of them live on 40cedis a week.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Emil Akli -It's hard to believe they make so little when or house help makes 125 cedis a week. I give them respect and appreciation but it shouldn't be by bribes and thanks for the comment 😊! She gets pizza Monday.

[@tspcocktail]

Police by choice or force?

[@sankofamindandbody]

The Ghana pole are the one top thing that I dislike about being here. I got jacked for 500 cedis & they made me get it out of the ATM. One reason why I don't like being in a car after dark.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Sankofa Mind and Body - We try to do as little night driving as possible especially longer drives and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@deon_theoriginal1]

i would she did let you off. just stop by and s\ask her what kind she likes lol .police officers get free food and coffee here in the states

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@A1Q DEONU -I'm going to see her Monday with pizza and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@worldformatics]

Tony is now real Ghanaian man with his kente shirt