An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced David Kwodow Prah Afful, a social media personality known as Kwame Nkrumah II, to seven months in prison for threatening to kill President John Dramani Mahama, Members of Parliament, and other government officials. Afful pleaded guilty to charges of threat of death and offensive conduct conducive to the breach of the peace.
According to reports, Afful’s viral video sparked widespread outrage after he threatened to kill public officials, burn markets, and incite others to violence if he had access to a gun or cutlass. He also allegedly targeted journalists and civil servants, particularly those using official green number plates.
The Ghana Police Service arrested Afful on September 13 at a hideout near Kasoa Market, emphasizing that while they uphold freedom of expression, they will not tolerate statements that incite violence, insecurity, or public disorder.
During court proceedings, Afful begged for forgiveness from government officials, admitting his actions were reckless and unacceptable. The court took into account his guilty plea and sentenced him to seven months in prison.
This case highlights growing concerns over hate speech and misinformation on social media in Ghana, with President Mahama recently voicing worries about untrained creators fueling online toxicity.