‘Free Salomey now!’ – Women march to EOCO over Salomey Awitey Baffoe’s continued detention
Chants of “Free Salomey now!” filled parts of Accra as a group of women took to the streets to demand the immediate release of Salomey Awitey Baffoe, calling on the government and relevant authorities to intervene in her continued detention.
Protesters in Accra gathered to demand the immediate release of Salomey Awitey Baffoe, chanting “Free Salomey now!” and “John Mahama, free Salomey!” Salomey, a 40-year-old woman, was arrested on September 13 during a midnight raid at her home in Hansua, Bono East Region. Despite a High Court dismissing her bail application on September 24, citing the need to assist with ongoing cyber investigations, the protesters remain unconvinced, arguing that her detention poses a risk to ongoing investigations.
KOKA, a participant in the demonstration, questioned the rationale behind continuing her custody, arguing that investigators could access information from her phone without her continued presence. KOKA also highlighted broader issues concerning women in Ghana, including their socio-economic challenges, and questioned if the government's promises for women's support have translated into meaningful relief.
The protesters emphasized their call for justice and fair treatment for Salomey, not just in her case, but also to draw attention to the broader concerns faced by women in Ghana.
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