In a firm stand for free speech, NPP communicator Dennis Miracles Aboagye has declared to the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) that the era of silencing citizens has ended.
He noted that in 2025, with the rise of diverse media and digital platforms, intimidating the public into submission is no longer possible.
Aboagye stressed the importance of unity in protecting the constitutional right to free expression.
Accordingly, he called on political actors to show mutual respect and unite as Ghanaians in protecting the one right that benefits everyone equally — FREE SPEECH.
“Let’s not make any efforts to destroy this; it will come back to hurt all of us. The days of the revolution are over; everyone in this country is clearly aware of where power lies.”
Dennis Miracles Aboagye
Aboagye dismissed what he saw as needless shows of authority, stressing that there is no dispute over where power resides, “we know that already,” and urging an end to attempts to prove it.
The NPP loyalist shifted the conversation toward what he considers the real priorities for the NDC, urging the party to concentrate on initiatives that directly enhance the well-being of ordinary Ghanaians.
He stressed that rather than engaging in political grandstanding or attempts to silence dissent, the opposition should channel its energy into fulfilling tangible promises, beginning with commitments made to cocoa farmers.
In particular, he emphasised the need to ensure that these farmers receive the pledged GH₵6,000 per bag, noting that such action would not only honour campaign promises but also provide much-needed economic relief to a vital sector of the nation’s economy.
NDC Urged To Deliver on Promises Amid Accusations of Impeding Free Speech
Beyond agriculture, Dennis Aboagye outlined a series of economic and social interventions he said would have tangible impacts.
Among them were implementing the 1-3-3 shift jobs policy to create employment opportunities under a 24-hour economy plan, establishing a Women’s Development Bank, and tackling Ghana’s persistent Dumsor power outages.
He also urged government action to stabilise the exchange rate, saying authorities must “make dollars available for our private sector at the right exchange rate”.
Bringing down the cost of cement and improving road infrastructure, particularly along the Pokuase stretch, were also high on his list. These measures, he argued, would help citizens live less stressful lives and spur economic progress.
“Of course, let the laws deal with anyone who abuses free speech. But remember, the framers of the free speech were mindful of outliers, and that’s why they introduced laws to handle that.”
Dennis Miracles Aboagye
However, he was clear that these boundaries do not justify extreme measures such as “abduction/kidnapping and breaking kind of arrests.”
Aboagye’s comments come at a time when concerns over press freedom and citizens’ rights have been raised in public discourse. His remarks sought to draw a line between lawful enforcement and authoritarian excesses.
He emphasised that Ghana’s democratic evolution has made it impossible to stifle public opinion as in decades past.
In closing, he reaffirmed his belief that the NDC must concentrate on delivering tangible results for the nation. “It’s too late, my dear friends, Ghana has moved on, and you can’t stop the voices,” he said.
He delivered a blunt message, urging the government to focus on fulfilling its commitments, addressing the nation’s pressing challenges as promised, and giving citizens the freedom to express their views without interference.
By placing free speech at the centre of his message, Aboagye underscored its value as a shared national asset, one that benefits all regardless of political affiliation.
For him, political capital should be spent on fixing problems and meeting promises—not on attempts to curtail public expression.
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