New Details Emerge in Kofi Akamani Murder Case

Details are surfacing about the tragic murder of Dr. Kofi Akamani, a Ghanaian academic fatally shot by his wife, Dr. Betty Akamani, in Illinois on September 19, 2026.

Witnesses from the local Ghanaian community claim Dr. Betty shot Dr. Kofi six times after an argument. The couple was embroiled in a contentious divorce, primarily fighting over custody of their two daughters.

They were reportedly living apart during this process, with the children residing with Dr. Betty, who received monthly child support from Dr. Kofi.

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Complicating matters, Dr. Betty had previously accused her husband of false child trafficking, which was investigated and dismissed. Dr. Akamani had dedicated over 15 years to teaching at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where he met his wife while she was a psychology student.

Now, Dr. Betty faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder and endangerment of a child’s life or health.