By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is poised to stage a high-stakes protest today, Wednesday, April 22, in Sunyani, a mobilization expected to amplify political tensions across the Bono Region.
Dubbed the “Yen Suro Ahunahuna Demo” an Akan expression meaning “We are not afraid of intimidation”
The demonstration is projected to draw a formidable contingent of party faithful, sympathizers, and concerned residents from across the region.
The protest was triggered by the arrest of the Sunyani East Communications Officer of the party, Abubakar Yakubu, widely known as Baba Amando.
Party officials assert that his detention has ignited apprehension within the ranks, arguing that
“the circumstances surrounding the arrest raise questions about the protection of fundamental human rights, including freedom of speech and political expression.”
Regional executives of the NPP have characterized the arrest as deeply troubling and are demanding heightened transparency from law enforcement agencies.
They insist that “the protest is not only about the arrest of Baba Amando but also a broader call to safeguard democratic principles and civil liberties in the country.”
According to the party, the demonstration will serve as a critical platform to “highlight concerns over what it describes as growing threats to constitutional rights and the rule of law.”
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has moved to assuage public anxiety, affirming that “adequate security arrangements have been put in place to ensure the protest is peaceful and orderly.”
The Police further appealed to participants to “cooperate with security personnel and comply with laws governing public demonstrations.”