The trial of New Patriotic Party (NPP) activist Daniel Adomako, popularly known as Sir-Obama Pokuase, has drawn notable political attention after senior party officials appeared in court to show support.
Adomako, a 37-year-old hospital administrator, is facing charges of publishing false news with the intent to cause fear and panic, following a Facebook post alleging that civilians were in possession of MG3 machine guns “under the watch” of the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Christian Yohuno Tetteh.
Prosecutors say the August 5, 2025 post was baseless and risked inciting public insecurity while tarnishing the image of the Ghana Police Service. Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Achiburi Issah told the court that Adomako later admitted he had not personally seen any civilian with such weapons.
The accused pleaded not guilty and was granted GH¢50,000 bail with three sureties — two to be justified and one to be a public servant earning at least GH¢3,000. He must also report regularly to the police.
Defence lawyer Gary Nimako Marfo argued that Adomako posed no flight risk, pointing out that he was invited rather than arrested, and that his electronic devices, along with his wife’s, remain in police custody.
Among those present in solidarity at the Accra Circuit Court were former NPP General Secretary John Boadu, Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), and National Youth Organiser Henry Nana Boakye.
The case has been adjourned to September 22, 2025, as political observers note the trial’s potential to stir debate on the balance between freedom of expression and national security.
