The Alliance for Accountable Governance (AFAG) has thrown its support behind the upcoming “Democracy Under Attack” demonstration, urging Ghanaians to participate peacefully in defence of the country’s democratic values, constitutional rights, and the independence of state institutions.
In a statement dated August 5, 2026, AFAG said the planned demonstration transcends partisan politics and aims to safeguard Ghana’s democracy, the rule of law, and the credibility of public institutions.
According to the group, citizens have a constitutional right to peacefully assemble, demand accountability, and raise legitimate concerns whenever democratic principles appear to be under threat.
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AFAG further explained that its decision to join the demonstration stems from growing concerns over developments it believes have implications for democratic freedoms and the administration of justice.
“AFAG joins this demonstration because of growing concerns surrounding issues that have implications for our democratic freedoms, constitutional rights, and the fair administration of justice,” the statement said.
The pressure group also outlined what it described as growing concerns over the arrest and prosecution of citizens, including journalists, young people and activists, as well as high-profile cases such as the Saglemi and Sedina Tamakloe cases.
According to the group, it raises questions about judicial independence, restrictive bail conditions, the Tribunals Act, and the protection of freedom of expression and press freedom.
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“These concerns include the arrest and prosecution of citizens, including young people, journalists and activists, over expressions of opinion; concerns about equal justice and due process in cases such as Saglemi and Sedina Tamakloe; concerns over measures that may affect judicial independence, civic freedoms and the right to a fair trial, including restrictive bail conditions and the Tribunals Act; and growing concerns about the protection of freedom of expression and press freedom,” the statement added.
AFAG further called on well-meaning Ghanaians to join the demonstration peacefully while respecting the law, stressing that democracy can only thrive when citizens actively defend their rights through lawful means.
“The strength of our democracy depends on both our willingness to speak out and our commitment to peace,” the statement noted.
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