Christian Apologists advocate protection of religious freedoms
The Alliance of Christian Apologists (ACA) has called for the protection of religious freedom and equal enforcement of the law under Ghana’s constitutional order, insisting that no religious belief or community should impose its laws on the entire country. The call was made by the Chairman of ACA, Rev. Kwabena Agyapong, following the second arrest … The post Christian Apologists advocate…
The Alliance of Christian Apologists (ACA) has urged for the safeguarding of religious freedom and equal application of the law within Ghana's constitutional framework, emphasizing that no single religious belief or community should dictate laws nationwide. Rev. Kwabena Agyapong, ACA's Chairman, made this appeal in response to the second arrest of Apostle Daniel Junior Yaw Adjei on charges of inciting violence.
The group's worries stemmed from discrepancies in the handling of cases involving Apostle Daniel and Sheikh Masud Abdullahi concerning statements about Prophet Mohammed and Islamic beliefs. During a press conference in Accra, Rev. Agyapong demanded the Ghana Police Service to furnish a detailed account of the reasons and legal justification for Apostle Daniel's arrest, as well as an explanation of the circumstances surrounding his detention.
He highlighted the necessity for equitable enforcement of Ghana's laws in cases involving religious expression, asserting that the Constitution should serve as the foundation for protecting the rights of all citizens, irrespective of their faith. The ACA supports the practices of Muslims, Christians, traditionalists, and atheists alike, maintaining that religious freedom should be mutual and not impede citizens from questioning or criticizing religious beliefs and practices.
Mr. Cyrus Annan, Toontum Network CEO and ACA member, clarified that the two cases involved distinct statements and events, each requiring individual examination. The group's investigation revealed that the audio in question, referenced by Sheikh Masud in a sermon on July 24, 2026, originated from a Muslim-ethnic group WhatsApp platform discussing a video of a woman performing libation rites.
Some Muslim participants criticized the practice, prompting a response from an individual who had since converted from Islam to traditionalism. Apostle Daniel subsequently posted a video addressing Prophet Mohammed and Islamic beliefs, separate from the initial incident. ACA maintains that the two events were unrelated and questions the evidence connecting Apostle Daniel to the earlier recording.
General Secretary of ACA, Mr. Marc Narh Agbo, called for answers regarding Apostle Daniel's alleged assault by a civilian while in police custody. The Police Professional Standards Bureau has launched an investigation into the incident, raising questions about the assailant's prosecution and the actions taken against any officers found responsible.
Agbo also addressed the Ministry of the Interior's directive requiring the Inspector-General of Police to investigate how civilians gained access to the arrested individual and identify officers who facilitated the breach of custody.
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