Abronye’s arrest: Mahama administration intolerant of dissent – Dame

Former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has charged that the John Mahama administration is exhibiting intolerance by suppressing dissenting voices.

His remarks follow the ongoing detention of Kwame Baffoe, the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), commonly referred to as Abronye, who was arrested for allegedly engaging in conduct deemed offensive and likely to disrupt public peace.

Addressing the issue, Mr. Dame contended that curtailing citizens’ ability to express their opinions weakens democratic values and creates a troubling precedent.

“Even in the most serious case I prosecuted, which was the treason trial, all the accused persons were granted bail on the first day. This is a sharp contrast when it comes to the situation Abronye is facing,” he said.

The former Attorney-General highlighted that in other notable cases, including those involving former officials such as Collins Dauda, Finance Minister Ato Forson, and businessman Richard Jakpa, the accused were granted self-recognition bail.

“So, I am saying that there ought to be tolerance for free speech, and the intolerance of this administration is very repulsive,” he added.

Abronye is expected to appear in court today, September 12, 2025.