NPP petitions President Mahama over alleged attacks on democracy
NPP accuses Mahama administration of undermining democracy, rule of law and freedom of expression
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has submitted a petition to President John Dramani Mahama, accusing his administration of orchestrating systematic attacks on democracy, freedom of expression, and the rule of law since assuming office in January 2025.
In the petition dated August 6, 2026, and titled “Democracy Under Attack,” the party expressed concern over what it described as the increasing harassment and intimidation of its members and sympathisers by state security agencies.
According to the NPP, the alleged actions undermine the democratic gains Ghana has made under the 1992 Constitution and threaten the country’s democratic credentials.
The party argued that the Constitution guarantees every Ghanaian the right to freedom of speech and expression, insisting that these rights should not be limited by political affiliation.
The petition alleged that several NPP members have been arrested and prosecuted for expressing their views on social media, with the government relying on Sections 207 and 208 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29), commonly referred to as the laws on offensive conduct conducive to breaches of the peace.
The NPP further contended that the continued use of these provisions has created fear among citizens and weakened public confidence in democratic governance.
The party also accused the government of interfering with the independence of key state institutions, including the Judiciary, the Electoral Commission, and the media, claiming such actions undermine public trust and constitutional governance.
The petition alleged that political opponents have become targets of selective justice, while members of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) are allegedly shielded from accountability.
The NPP further claimed that the government’s actions have created an atmosphere of intimidation that discourages citizens from freely participating in national discourse.
The party called on President Mahama to take immediate steps to protect constitutional freedoms, uphold the rule of law, and ensure that state institutions operate independently and without political interference.
The NPP also appealed to the President to safeguard the rights of all Ghanaians regardless of their political affiliation and reaffirm the country’s commitment to democratic governance.
Copies of the petition were also addressed to the Chief Justice, the Speaker of Parliament, and the Inspector General of Police.
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