Director of Field Operations of the Unity Party, Hopeson Adorye, has urged Ghanaians to exercise their constitutional right to freedom of expression responsibly, warning that abusing the right through insults and threats could have serious consequences.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr Adorye said although the Constitution guarantees freedom of speech, citizens have a duty to protect that freedom by using it responsibly.
“We have our freedom because the Constitution guarantees it, but if you don’t protect it and decide to sell it, it comes at a cost,” he said.
He cautioned that individuals who deliberately misuse their freedom by engaging in abusive or threatening conduct should be prepared to face the consequences of their actions rather than expect public sympathy.
“When someone decides to sell their freedom, we must not follow them and encourage it,” he stated.
Mr Adorye cited the recent arrest of an NDC organiser over alleged social media misconduct, arguing that political supporters should allow the legal process to take its course instead of defending individuals accused of wrongdoing.
“When the NDC organiser was arrested, did anybody go there? That is how it should be. They must be left on their own,” he said.
He argued that the growing culture of insults on social media does not contribute to meaningful public discourse and should not be mistaken for political relevance.
“You don’t become relevant through insults but through constructive criticism and hard work,” he stressed.
Mr Adorye encouraged Ghanaians to hold leaders accountable by expressing their views respectfully and within the limits of the law.
“You can criticise, but don’t insult and threaten,” he added.
He maintained that protecting freedom of expression requires responsible conduct from citizens, warning that unchecked abusive behaviour could undermine the very freedoms guaranteed under Ghana’s Constitution.
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