- Two Ghanaian women have been granted bail after being charged with making inflammatory statements about President John Mahama in connection with the deadly Sikaman helicopter crash.
- The pair, accused of hosting a provocative TikTok livestream, face charges of conspiracy and offensive conduct.
- The case has reignited debate over digital speech, political sensitivity, and the boundaries of online expression.
The fallout from the Sikaman helicopter crash has taken a new turn—this time in the courtroom. Two women, both 29, have been granted bail after being accused of making inflammatory remarks about President John Mahama during a TikTok livestream held on the day of the tragedy.
The crash, which claimed the lives of top government and military officials, has become a flashpoint for public emotion and political commentary. Prosecutors say the women’s livestream crossed the line, alleging that their statements were abusive and likely to provoke unrest.
One of the accused, a National Service personnel, and the other, a beautician, appeared before the Adenta Circuit Court on September 5. Each was granted bail set at GH¢100,000, with two sureties—one backed by property. The court emphasized the sensitivity of the case and urged both women to avoid further controversy.
Investigators have secured a forensic copy of the livestream and are seeking access to the women’s devices. The content, which was later shared on TikTok under the name “Abena Birago,” is central to the prosecution’s case.
The matter has been adjourned to November 5, 2025, as legal teams prepare for what could become a landmark case in Ghana’s evolving digital speech landscape. With tensions still high over the Sikaman crash, the courtroom drama is far from over.
