Thousands of supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) thronged the streets of Accra on Tuesday in the “Yɛn Suro Ahunahuna” demonstration, voicing concern over what they describe as rising threats to Ghana’s democratic culture.
Led by the party’s National Organiser, Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, the march drew attention to allegations of political bias and selective justice in the application of state laws under President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.
Addressing the crowd, Nana B said the demonstration was more than just partisan protest — it was a civic call for fairness. “The fact that there is a change in government does not mean that you weaponise state institutions against your opponents. Ghana’s democracy deserves better,” he told Citi News.
Protesters carried placards calling for “justice without bias” and “equal laws for all citizens,” underscoring the NPP’s argument that state institutions are being misused to shield allies of the ruling party while targeting critics.
Specific cases cited included the alleged inaction over individuals accused of impersonating medical professionals and political operatives accused of disrupting public institutions, compared with the swift treatment of opposition figures.
According to Nana B, these patterns suggest a deliberate abuse of power. “This is not only about the NPP — it is about the principle of democracy. We cannot have different sets of laws depending on which political party you belong to,” he stressed.
The march proceeded peacefully under heavy police presence, with organisers vowing to intensify their actions if government fails to address their concerns.
Political analysts say the protest marks one of the most visible challenges yet to the Mahama government’s record on governance and rule of law, and could set the tone for sharper confrontations as the 2028 elections draw closer.
