Achimota Circuit Court grants bail to NPP activist for wishing Prof Naana Jane 'Rest Well' in a Facebook post

The Achimota Circuit Court has granted bail to Mohammed Zakou, an activist of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who was arrested for allegedly spreading false information about Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang.

Zakou was taken into custody on Saturday, April 12, following a Facebook post that read, “Rest Well Her Excellency,” accompanied by crying emojis. Authorities interpreted the post as a false announcement of the Vice President’s death, though government communication had earlier confirmed that she was unwell.

Charged with communicating false news, Zakou admitted to making the post during investigations conducted by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). However, he explained that the post was intended as a gesture of goodwill towards the Vice President.

Appearing before the Achimota Circuit Court on Monday, April 14, Zakou’s legal team, led by Gary Nimako Marfo, requested bail for their client. The state did not oppose the request but recommended bail conditions to ensure Zakou’s availability for trial.

The judge granted bail in the sum of GH¢100,000 with two sureties. Zakou is also required to report to the investigator once every week. The case has been adjourned to May 12, 2025, for a case management conference.