Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, a former Angel FM presenter, was arrested by the Cyber Crime Unit of the Ghana Police. Initially detained by the National Investigations Bureau, his arrests have generated public outcry, particularly from the New Patriotic Party, regarding press freedom.
Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, a former presenter for Angel FM in Accra, has reportedly been arrested by the Cyber Crime Unit of the Ghana Police Service. Initial reports of his arrest were disseminated on X by Asaase Radio on March 25, 2025, although the specific reasons behind his detention remain undisclosed.
Prior to this incident, on March 18, 2025, Afrifa-Mensah was taken into custody by the National Investigations Bureau under uncertain circumstances. His arrest has elicited significant public backlash, with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) condemning the action as an infringement on democracy and press freedom.
Following his initial detention, Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah was released on March 20, 2025. This series of events has drawn considerable attention and concern regarding the treatment of media personalities in Ghana. The situation reflects ongoing debates about media freedom within the country.
The arrest of Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah by the Cyber Crime Unit of the Ghana Police Service and his prior detention by the National Investigations Bureau has prompted widespread public discourse. The New Patriotic Party’s criticism of these actions underscores ongoing concerns regarding press freedom in Ghana, highlighting the contentious relationship between law enforcement and media professionals in the nation.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
