Kwame Baffoe, widely known as Abronye DC and serving as the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has been remanded into police custody following his arraignment before the Accra Circuit Court 9.
The arraignment took place earlier today, marking the latest development in a series of legal and political controversies surrounding the NPP official.
According to the Ghana Police Service, Abronye DC was arrested on September 8, 2025, on charges of “offensive conduct conducive to the breach of the peace.” Following his arrest, he was brought before the Accra Circuit Court, where bail was denied by the presiding judge, and he was subsequently remanded. He is scheduled to reappear in court on Friday, 12 September 2025.
This legal action comes in the wake of Abronye’s recent high-profile applications for political asylum in eight countries, including Côte d’Ivoire, the United States, France, Italy, Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Germany. In these applications, he cited threats to his personal safety, alleged political persecution, and systemic abuse of state security powers as the primary reasons for seeking international protection.
The juxtaposition of his asylum petitions and the current legal proceedings has generated considerable attention in political and public circles. Supporters of Abronye DC have expressed concern over the timing of his arrest, suggesting that it may be politically motivated due to his outspoken criticisms of the government. Meanwhile, others have called for transparency and due process, emphasizing that all individuals, regardless of political affiliation, should be treated fairly under the law.
Observers note that the charge of “offensive conduct conducive to the breach of the peace” is serious under Ghanaian law, often applied in situations where actions or statements are deemed capable of inciting public disorder. While the specifics of the alleged conduct have not been publicly disclosed, the court’s decision to deny bail underscores the gravity of the matter in the eyes of the judiciary.
The developments also place Abronye DC at the center of national discussions on political freedom, legal accountability, and state security measures in Ghana. His case is likely to be closely monitored not only by political commentators but also by human rights groups and international observers, given the context of his asylum applications and the nature of the charges.
As Ghana awaits further updates, the public’s attention remains focused on the upcoming court appearance scheduled for 12 September 2025. This case highlights the intersection of politics and law in Ghana, raising important questions about the treatment of high-profile political figures and the protection of civil liberties.
With proceedings ongoing, clarity from both the judiciary and the police will be crucial in ensuring public confidence in the legal process and maintaining trust in democratic institutions.
