Arrest Of TikTokers: Beware, Power Is Ephemeral! …Annoh-Dompreh Warns Government
Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has urged authorities to exercise restraint in the arrest and prosecution of political actors over comments made against public officials. He said Ghana’s democracy could be undermined if the criminal justice system was perceived to be used selectively in political disputes, particularly in cases […] The post…
Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, has cautioned authorities against misusing the criminal justice system to pursue political adversaries over comments made on social media. Speaking at the Mampong Ohum/Odwira 2026 celebration, he emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law and cautioned against selective prosecution based on political disputes.
Annoh-Dompreh stressed that "power is transient," urging political leaders not to create a system where individuals could face arrest or prosecution for political commentary. He warned that such actions could undermine Ghana's democracy and erode public confidence in the nation's democratic institutions. The Minority Chief Whip highlighted the growing influence of social media in political communication, particularly among young people, and urged citizens to communicate responsibly on these platforms.
He stressed that political criticism should not automatically be treated as criminal conduct, but political leaders should tolerate criticism as part of democratic engagement. Annoh-Dompreh also appealed to traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other influential figures to promote responsible political discourse and to encourage citizens to express their views without resorting to personal attacks.
He maintained that Ghana's democratic institutions must uphold fairness, due process, and equal application of the law, particularly in politically sensitive cases. His comments have contributed to the ongoing national debate about the boundaries of political expression, the distinction between legitimate criticism, offensive speech, and statements that may violate the law.
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