The Alliance of Christian Apologists in Ghana has called for the equal application of the law in matters involving religious expression. Reverend Kwabena Agyapong, Chairman of the Alliance, stated that no religion, religious leader, or community should be above Ghana's Constitution. He emphasized that religious criticism, however offensive, should be distinguished from speech that meets the legal threshold for criminal conduct.
Rev Agyapong made the call at a press conference in Accra on the theme: "Religious Freedom, Equal Justice and the Daniel Agyei Case." The Alliance's concern is not about the religious identity of any Ghanaian but the protection of the constitutional order and the equal application of the law. He stressed that citizens in a constitutional democracy have the right to disagree over religious beliefs and doctrines.
The Alliance is particularly concerned about the circumstances surrounding the arrest and prosecution of Apostle Daniel Junior Yaw Adjei over statements concerning Prophet Mohammed. According to Rev Agyapong, the organisation's investigations indicate that a recording allegedly provoked statements by Sheikh Masud Abdullahi on July 24, 2026, was different from a video subsequently published by Apostle Daniel on August 3, 2026.
Rev Agyapong called on the Police to explain the evidence linking Apostle Daniel to the original recording and the legal basis for his arrest. He requested that the authorities state the exact words forming the basis of the alleged incitement, the statutory provision invoked, the evidence relied upon, and whether the statement constituted an actual threat or a call for violence.
The Chairman emphasized that the same legal standards should apply to all citizens, regardless of their religious affiliation. He stated that if a Christian crosses the legal threshold, they should be prosecuted; if a Muslim crosses the same threshold, they should also be prosecuted. The Alliance also called for an update on investigations into the alleged assault of Apostle Daniel while in Police custody.
Rev Agyapong said the organisation had documented over 2,000 videos and recordings, which it described as attacks on Christianity and Christian beliefs. However, the Alliance stressed that it is not asking the authorities to criminalize religious criticism but to apply the same legal test to everyone. The Alliance will continue to pursue its concerns through peaceful and lawful means.
Rev Agyapong urged the authorities to prosecute genuine criminal conduct and investigate genuine threats or incitement to violence while ensuring that criminal law is not used to suppress legitimate religious expression. He emphasized that Ghana must remain a free constitutional republic, where no religion is above the Constitution and no citizen is below the law.
Key points
- The Alliance of Christian Apologists in Ghana calls for equal application of the law in religious expression.
- The group expresses concern over Apostle Daniel Junior Yaw Adjei's arrest and prosecution.
- The Alliance documents over 2,000 videos and recordings of attacks on Christianity and Christian beliefs.
