'It's unwise for actors to step out and demonstrate' - Adjetey Anang

Ghanaian actor Adjetey Anang has encouraged his colleagues to focus on portraying protest scenes in films rather than participating in street demonstrations.

Speaking on 3FM, the "Yolo" actor emphasised that it is not "wise" for actors to take to the streets to protest.

“We have learned to tell these stories so well; we adapt them and change certain lines for the audience to enjoy. However, there are serious issues happening out there that require our attention,” he said.

“We can craft protest roles in the stories we tell, and that’s the best way to make our voices heard, louder than simply hitting the streets,” he added.

His comments come in response to recent calls from netizens urging celebrities to join the #OccupyJulorbiHouse and #FreetheCitizens protests.

Background:

The #OccupyJulorbiHouse protesters were arrested during their demonstration which took place in Accra.

The arrests followed a three-day protest at the 37 military Roundabout, where demonstrators raised concerns about illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) and economic mismanagement.

On Sunday, September 22, tensions escalated as a major confrontation occurred between protesters from Democracy Hub and the Ghana Police Service, marking the second day of the demonstrations.

The protesters have been remanded by an Accra Circuit Court, facing five charges: conspiracy to commit a crime, unlawful assembly, causing unlawful damage, offensive conduct, breach of public peace, and assault on public officers. They pleaded not guilty to all charges and are set to reappear in court on October 8, 2024.

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