Lydia Alhassan denies allegations of intimidating a University of Ghana security guard, calling them “false and malicious propaganda”.

Lydia Seyram Alhassan, the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has vehemently denied allegations that she was involved in the detention of a University of Ghana security guard. The controversy began when videos surfaced on social media showing the guard making political claims and later being escorted into a pickup truck .

According to reports, the security guard had claimed that he was offered rice and oil by Alhassan in an attempt to influence his vote, but he refused, stating his intention to support another candidate . However, Alhassan has dismissed these claims as “false and malicious propaganda” aimed at damaging her reputation .

Alhassan emphasized that she has never silenced dissenting voices or based her engagements on political preferences. She also clarified that her recent interactions with the university’s security team were focused on improving campus safety and enhancing working conditions, unrelated to the incident involving the guard .

The MP reaffirmed her commitment to free expression, urging the University of Ghana community to disregard the allegations and focus on pressing issues as the December 7 elections approach .