Ghanaian Activist Condemns 'Rambo-Style' Arrest Tactics

Accra, Ghana – May 24, 2025 – A recent interview on Channel One TV featured Andrews Appiah Danquah, spokesperson for the Movement for Change, criticizing the National Security’s methods in arresting Alfred Kumi Ababio. Danquah described the arrest as "completely unnecessary" and criticized the "aggressive, Rambo-style" tactics employed. He questioned whether a less forceful approach, such as a simple phone call, would have sufficed. The incident raises questions about the balance between effective law enforcement and the preservation of civil liberties. Danquah emphasized the importance of accountability within law enforcement and adherence to the rule of law. The full interview can be viewed on YouTube. The incident underscores ongoing debates about police conduct and the need for transparency in law enforcement practices in Ghana.