Accra, Ghana – September 9, 2025
Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, the Bono Regional Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), has been remanded into police custody by the Accra Circuit Court. He is expected to reappear on Friday, September 12, 2025, following his arrest on charges of offensive conduct conducive to the breach of peace.
Arrest and Court Proceedings
Abronye was picked up by the police on Sunday, September 8, amid heightened political tensions. At his arraignment on Monday, September 9, the court denied him bail, citing the need for further investigations. He was subsequently ordered to be held in custody until his next appearance.
According to prosecutors, Abronye’s remarks and actions in recent weeks had the potential to incite public disorder, warranting immediate intervention. His legal team, however, argued that the charges were politically motivated and that he should have been granted bail.
Emotional Scenes at Court
Scenes outside the courtroom drew widespread attention after Abronye, visibly shaken, avoided journalists’ questions. Videos circulating online captured the NPP regional chairman holding back tears as he was escorted away by police officers.
Political Reactions
The decision to remand Abronye has sparked sharp political debate. NPP Youth Organiser Salam Mustapha strongly criticised the ruling, warning that “power has an end, the tables will turn, and we will all have our revenge.”
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), meanwhile, has largely refrained from official comment but some members have welcomed what they describe as a step towards accountability.
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Sept 8, 2025 | Abronye DC arrested by the Ghana Police Service. |
| Sept 9, 2025 | Appears in court; denied bail and remanded into custody. |
| Sept 12, 2025 | Scheduled to reappear in court for further hearing. |
Background
Abronye DC’s detention comes days after he submitted applications for political asylum to eight foreign embassies, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and Côte d’Ivoire. He claimed his life was under threat from state security agencies and that he faced persecution for his outspoken political stance.
The unfolding case has gripped national attention, with analysts noting that the outcome could have broader implications for political discourse and freedoms ahead of the 2026 general elections.
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