National Youth Organizer of the opposition NPP, Abanga Fuseini Yakubu, has said that alleged offenders associated with the NDC would be issued a $500M bail bond if the party returns to power.
He accused the current administration of using state institutions to intimidate young people and critics, claiming that some individuals are being arrested over comments made on social media.
Mr. Abanga said the situation had heightened frustration among young people, particularly those who believe their freedom to express political opinions is being restricted.
“This NDC government, whatever you say, they will come after you. Even on social media, there are certain words if you dare use them, tomorrow EOCO will come and pick you up, free speech is now criminalized to the point that one cannot even criticize the government,” he said.
Speaking to the press, the 2024 Aowin Parliamentary candidate contrasted the situation with the Akufo-Addo administration, arguing that critics were able to attack and insult the former President without being arrested.
“During President Akufo-Addo's regime, people could insult him and attack him, but nobody arrested anybody; but today you cough, and they are arresting you,” he stated.
He said the NPP would respond differently if it returned to power and warned the government against what he described as hate treatment of political opponents.
“Whatever they are doing, when we come to power, the bail bond will be $500, and I am promising you as the National Youth Organizer of the NPP, so they should be careful with whatever they are doing,” he said.
The comments come amid political disagreements over arrests and prosecutions involving individuals accused of making allegedly offensive or unlawful statements online.
