The Ghana Police Service is facing mounting criticism over what opposition leaders describe as a failure to act swiftly in the alleged assault of a social media activist.
At a joint press conference held on Monday 8th June, 2026 in Damongo, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Savannah Regional Secretariat and the Damongo Constituency leadership accused the police of dragging their feet in arresting a man popularly known as “Fuzzy,” whom they allege was involved in a violent attack on social media activist Yussif Abdul-Hakim.
According to the NPP, Abdul-Hakim was attacked on Saturday night after posting a video on social media ( TikTok) that called on the government to improve its performance. Party officials claim the activist was assaulted by the suspect and a group of masked individuals at his residence in Tamale.
The victim reportedly received medical treatment at the Tamale Teaching Hospital and has since filed a complaint with security agencies.
Speaking at the press conference, Savannah Regional Secretary of the NPP, Mr. Issah Mohammed expressed disappointment with what he described as the police’s failure to apprehend the suspect despite what the party believes is sufficient evidence.
“The Police have more than enough capacity to effect arrest and prosecution, yet no decisive action has been taken,” he stated.
The NPP officials argued that the continued delay in making an arrest undermines public confidence in law enforcement and could embolden perpetrators of political violence.
The party further alleged that the incident forms part of a broader pattern of intimidation and attacks against opposition supporters and communicators in the region. They accused the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) of tolerating acts of political violence, claims that have not been independently verified.
The NPP also claimed that the suspect had previously been linked to other incidents of violence and destruction in Damongo, including attacks on public institutions, and questioned why authorities had not acted more decisively.
The Ghana Police Service has yet to publicly respond to the allegations or provide an update on the status of investigations into the assault.
Political observers warn that perceived inaction by law enforcement in politically sensitive cases risks heightening tensions and eroding public trust in state institutions. They argue that prompt and transparent investigations are essential to maintaining peace and confidence in the rule of law.
The NPP has called on the police to immediately arrest and prosecute those responsible for the attack, warning that failure to enforce the law could encourage further acts of violence in the Savannah Region.
As investigations continue, residents and political stakeholders are awaiting a response from the police regarding the allegations and the progress of the case.
Source: Padfm.com.gh/Kumatey Gorden/0243531604
