Ghanaians React As Kwakye Ofosu Speaks On Threats Of Killing The President And His Children

According to a report by JoyNews today being Sunday, November 8, 2026, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, has strongly condemned threats to kill President John Dramani Mahama and his children, insisting that such statements amount to criminal conduct rather than an exercise of freedom of speech.

According to him, threatening the lives of the President and members of his family cannot be justified under the protection of free expression. He stressed that freedom of speech comes with responsibilities and should not be used as an excuse to make threats of violence against individuals, regardless of their political positions.

Kwakye Ofosu maintained that there is a clear distinction between expressing political opinions, criticising government policies and making direct threats against people’s lives.

He argued that while citizens have the right to disagree with the government and openly express their dissatisfaction, such freedoms must not extend to threatening to kill public officials or their relatives.

He further emphasised that the safety of the President and his family must be treated seriously, adding that statements suggesting an intention to harm them should not be dismissed as ordinary political commentary.

His comments come amid discussions about the limits of free speech and the growing concerns surrounding threats and inflammatory political statements in the country.

The minister’s position also highlights the need for responsible communication, particularly in an era where social media platforms have made it easier for individuals to publish statements that can create tension and threaten public safety.

Kwakye Ofosu’s remarks reinforce the government’s position that freedom of expression must operate within the boundaries of the law. He believes that political disagreements should be addressed through peaceful dialogue, constructive criticism and democratic processes rather than threats, intimidation or violence.

He maintained that threatening to kill President Mahama and his children is not protected speech but a serious matter that must be regarded as criminality.

See some of the reactions from Ghanaians below.

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