The Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame
Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has been
arrested by the Ghana Police Service after a lengthy interrogation at the
Criminal Investigations Department (CID) headquarters in Accra.
Abronye, who had been invited by the CID, arrived at the police facility on Monday,
September 8, 2025, accompanied by his legal team. He was questioned
for more than two hours over statements he allegedly made against the Inspector
General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohonu. A video containing his remarks was
reportedly played during the session.
According to his lawyers, the police informed them that Abronye would be
transferred to the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) for
further questioning. However, when his lawyer followed up at the NIB premises,
Abronye was not there. His whereabouts remained unclear by late afternoon,
raising concerns among party members and his supporters.
Charges and
Allegations
Police sources suggest that Abronye is facing possible charges of publication
of false news and breach of peace, tied to his
outspoken criticism of the IGP and the security services. No official police
statement has yet been issued to confirm the charges.
The arrest comes just days after Abronye filed for political asylum
in several countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, France, and
Canada. In his petition, he cited alleged threats to his life, persecution, and
misuse of state security against him.
On the eve of his arrest, reports also emerged that the home of former
Greater Accra NPP Youth Organizer, Moses Abor, had been raided
by armed officers searching for Abronye. That incident has fueled speculation
that security agencies were intensifying efforts to restrain the outspoken
politician.
The arrest has drawn sharp criticism from some members of the NPP. Moses
Abor described the move as “politically motivated,” insisting that Abronye had
voluntarily honored the CID’s invitation and should not have been detained
without a clear explanation.
Supporters argue that his detention is part of a broader effort to silence
dissent within the political space, while others call for due process to
prevail.
As of Tuesday morning, there is still no official communication
from the Ghana Police Service regarding Abronye’s status. His legal team is
expected to push for clarity on his location and possible bail conditions in
the coming days.
Observers say the development could heighten political tensions as Ghana
moves closer to the next general elections.