The recent Stop Galamsey protest took an unexpected turn when political activist Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah called upon spiritual forces to intervene in Ghana’s leadership, allegedly directing a curse at the President at Jubilee House.
The dramatic move has triggered a firestorm of criticism, with Sammy Gyamfi of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) leading the charge.
Gyamfi, who serves as the party’s National Communications Officer, condemned Afrifa’s conduct as not only ethically troubling but potentially illegal.
He argued that no matter the frustration over illegal mining, it is inappropriate and dangerous to direct curses at the nation’s highest office.
According to Gyamfi, invoking spiritual attacks on the president in the name of protest undermines the country’s democratic values and sets a disturbing precedent.
He is calling for legal scrutiny of Afrifa’s actions, emphasizing the need for accountability even in heated political discourse.
The protest, which was originally intended to demand action against illegal mining (galamsey), has now veered into controversial territory.
While some see Afrifa’s expression as raw frustration over environmental degradation and government inaction, others argue that his method went too far.
Legal minds are currently debating whether the activist’s statements could be categorized as hate speech, defamation, or public incitement, all of which may carry legal consequences.
There is also rising tension between the right to protest and the limits of expression, especially when spiritual threats are made in political spaces.
The incident has amplified political tensions, drawing reactions from across the spectrum.
While some citizens support Afrifa’s passion, others believe his dramatic display has shifted focus away from the urgent issue of illegal mining and brought unnecessary divisiveness into the conversation.
It remains to be seen whether state authorities will respond with legal action or whether this incident will fade amid Ghana’s ever-heated political climate.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
