The vibrant tapestry of Ghana’s democracy, often lauded for its relative stability has been rented by a chilling pronouncement.
In the aftermath of the recent Akwatia by-election
a dark cloud descended not of political defeat, but of outright menace.
Sofo Azoka the National Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) a figure whose elderly status should denote wisdom and statesmanship stands accused of issuing death threats against the Member of Parliament for Effutu, Hon. Alexander Afenyo Markin and other top New Patriotic Party (NPP) functionaries.
This is not a mere political rhetoric; it is a direct assault on the rule of law, and the nation is rightly seething.
The outrage is palpable a chorus rising from the bustling markets of Kumasi to the airwaves of countless radio stations.
From Asafo to Bantama, the voices of everyday Ghanaians like Yaw Paul, Ekua Afra, Robert Andzie, Ofori Amanda and Abena Manu resonate with a singular unyielding demand: justice.
These NDC people won the election and where from that death threat? Is Ghana a personal property for the NDC?” they questioned
Their words laced with indignation and a fierce protectiveness of their democratic ideals.
The sentiment is clear: winning an election is not a matter of threats or using decisive plot which is evil and unconstitutional.
What could have possibly triggered such a heinous outburst from a senior party official? The report states, almost unbelievably that neither Afenyo Markin nor any NPP supporter stepped on Azoka’s feet.
This absence of immediate provocation only deepens the mystery and magnifies the gravity of the threat.
It suggests a dangerous arrogance a belief that political power grants immunity from the law or perhaps a calculated attempt to intimidate opposition.
The spotlight now falls squarely on the Inspector General of Police (IGP).
Despite the Npp Executives officially informing the IGP with a statement on September 6th, Azoka remains unapprehended.
This delay is not merely a procedural step; it sends a dangerous signal.
As Abena Manu eloquently articulated, If IGP makes this case a foolish one then the lives of Ghanaians would be at stake because even known criminals and mad people can just wake up and kill innocent citizens by using political party as a cover and go unpunished.
Her words echo the deep-seated fear that political affiliation might become a shield for criminality, eroding public trust in the very institutions designed to protect them.
