Franklin Cudjoe joins calls for Abronye’s ‘immediate’ release

Founding President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has joined growing calls for the release of Kwame Baffoe, popularly referred to as Abronye, following his latest arrest by police.

In a social media post shared on Monday, Mr. Cudjoe criticised the continued detention of the outspoken opposition politician, arguing that law enforcement officers should not be used to silence people for expressing opinions or questioning issues of public concern.

“Please release Abronye DC immediately. It should not be the duty of police officers to sheepishly appease politicians by arresting anyone who freely expresses an opinion on another person’s perceived political association, or who simply questions why certain projects have stalled,” he wrote.

The policy analyst referenced a South African legal opinion in his post, stating that a judge once considered the statement “President Zuma is a thief” as fair comment.

“People insult us all the time. I have learned that not every barking dog requires attention and there are far too many stray, rabid dogs everywhere. Avoid them,” he added.

Mr. Cudjoe’s comments come after the police arrested Mr. Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, over allegations of offensive conduct, false publication and statements likely to incite fear and panic.

The Bono Regional Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party was reportedly picked up as part of ongoing investigations linked to controversial public remarks.

Reports indicate investigators are also examining alleged comments directed at a judge at the Adenta Circuit Court.

The arrest has triggered mixed reactions from political observers and party supporters, with some defending his right to free expression while others insist public figures must be held accountable for comments capable of disturbing public peace.

This is not the first time Abronye DC has faced police action over his public statements.

In September 2025, he was arrested and later remanded by an Accra Circuit Court over alleged offensive conduct and publication of false news linked to comments about the Inspector-General of Police.

Interestingly, Franklin Cudjoe had taken a different position during that earlier controversy, insisting that Abronye should substantiate allegations he made against the IGP.