Social media on fire after Akufo-Addo breaks silence on arrested galamsey protesters

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is currently trending following an interview he had with France24 TV regarding the arrest of protesters during the #SayNoToGalamsey demonstrations.

In the interview, Akufo-Addo stated that he had no involvement in the arrests made by the Ghana Police Service.

According to him, the protestors were arrested due to their misconduct, which could have jeopardized the peace and stability of the country.

He stated "I'm not responsible for jailing people in Ghana. The courts in Ghana are independent institutions and they have been all through this period of the Fourth Republic. People misconduct themselves and they're brought before court. It's for the court to deal with them. It has nothing to do with politics or the executive.

"Their behavior is what lands them in problems with the police and with the courts. It's not the protest. How can the president, who himself's political career was aided by leading protests, have problems with protests? I don't have problems with protests. And nothing is done in Ghana to prevent people from airing their views on anything," Akufo-Addo said.

Following this, many social media users, particularly on X, have shared their concerns and grievances about the interview.

Here are some comments from some social media users on X

But you re responsible for PACKING THE COURTS with your cronies and NPP party Judges who do your bidding through the attorney general you appointed. Akrɔnfoɔ.

Weija Dam Napo captain smart chief Imam John Dumelo Nima President Akufo-Addo Mahama#FreetheCitizens#StopGalamseyNow pic.twitter.com/6cuNQO8iuf

— Kwasi Terminator (@DrAmalefolor) October 6, 2024

President Nana Akufo-Addo has disassociated himself from the recent detainment of peaceful protesters in Ghana, emphasizing the independence of the judiciary.

In an interview with @FRANCE24, he mentioned, "When people misconduct themselves, it's for the court to deal with them,… pic.twitter.com/dm9fZxtQIo

— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) October 6, 2024

“How can I whose political career was aided by leading protest have a problem with protests and nothing is done in Ghana to prevent people from airing their views on anything “. President Akufo Addo comment on arrested protesters. #FreeTheCitizensNow pic.twitter.com/0UuMs56ac7

— CHARLOTTE NICOLE 🕊 (@charllycolegh) October 6, 2024

“I'm not responsible for jailing people in Ghana. The courts in Ghana are independent institutions, and they have been all through this period of the Fourth Republic.” - Nana Akufo Addo

The President Akufo Addo finally speaks on the recently arrested Galamsey protesters on… pic.twitter.com/qEaPHzKWGA

— WithAlvin 🇬🇭 (@withAlvin__) October 6, 2024

Ohh please ask if he’s familiar with the term “order from above” 💀#FreetheCitizens #FreeTheCitizensNow #EndGalamseyNow #StopGalamseyNow https://t.co/0vH0J0l27Y

— chubby delight☺ (@Yairah_) October 6, 2024

Ereach #FreeTheCitizensNow and #StopGalamseyNow de3 you know what separation of power is. Vim wai https://t.co/XkaVToyQn0

— Zipp❤ (@adwoadentaa) October 6, 2024

Refusing to make any comments locally in the country HE governs but has granted audience to a Caucasian man. The people at home are SPEAKING to you & you’re addressing the west. How infuriating. He’s also boldy spewing misinformation. What at all is this? #FreeTheCitizensNow https://t.co/YaL6WfwXdz

— Audrey(again) (@audreyagainn) October 6, 2024

lol, this man is so shameless, what is this?

look at his posture in addressing what everyone knows to be politically orchestrated. #FreeTheCitizensNow #StopGalamseyNow https://t.co/K13bF8aApo

— Parry (@Parry_) October 6, 2024