Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah Arrested: Implications for Press Freedom…

Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, former Angel FM presenter, was arrested by the Cyber Crime Unit of the Ghana Police, following an earlier detention by the National Investigations Bureau. His arrests have sparked public protests concerning democracy and press freedom.

Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, a former presenter at Angel FM in Accra, has reportedly been arrested by the Cyber Crime Unit of the Ghana Police Service. This development was initially disclosed by Asaase Radio on X on March 25, 2025. The specific reasons underlying his arrest have not been clarified at this time.

Prior to this, on March 18, 2025, Afrifa-Mensah had been detained by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) under circumstances that remain unspecified. His arrest prompted significant public concern, with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) condemning it as an infringement on democracy and press freedom. Afrifa-Mensah was released on March 20, 2025, following his detention.

In summary, Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah’s recent arrest by the Cyber Crime Unit of the Ghana Police has drawn attention, following a previous detention by the NIB. His situation raises important questions regarding press freedom and the protection of media professionals. The reactions from the public and political entities highlight the significance of these events in the broader context of democracy in Ghana.

Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com