Several Ghanaian celebrities in a powerful display of unity and solidarity have taken to social media to stand with the #OccupyJulorbiHouse protesters who gathered today outside the Jubilee House to voice their grievances concerning the country’s enduring economic challenges.
The peaceful protest, organized by the Democracy Hub, aimed to draw attention to the economic issues faced by ordinary Ghanaians.
READ MORE: Paa Kwesi Asare: 7 Things To Know About Ghana’s First BBC Komla Dumor Award Winner
However, early into the demonstration, the Ghana Police Service detained protesters and bystanders and reportedly employed excessive force to quell the protest.
In response to these events, numerous Ghanaian celebrities and prominent figures including Sarkodie, Black Sherif, Kidi, Efya and many others have lent their voices to the cause and expressed their concerns regarding the treatment of peaceful demonstrators.
The likes of Cina Soul, Dope Nation, Bridget Otoo, Helen Appiah-Ampofo and Kofi Mole also joined protests alongside tweets on the happenings of the day
Below are some of their notable tweets:
KiDi
We are Ghanaian before anything else. My topmost concern is the safety of our people. we should be able to freely exercise our right to protest.
We are making efforts to help the protesters who have been detained but we’re facing some challenges on the ground.
If there are any…— Lord KiDi (@KiDiMusic) September 21, 2023
Black Sherif
Left the UN Conference in New York City right after the president of Ghana’s presentation. I’ve never heard a figure like what he asked for from the UN.
So if they carry all these money give dem, where them dey take pass? Hand on my heart I dey tell you there’s no evidence for…
— IRON BOY (@blacksherif_) September 21, 2023
King Promise
Imagine crying about hardship and being made to suffer for peacefully crying out. Ridiculous!!! Where’s the democracy? We deserve better !!!
— King Promise (@IamKingPromise) September 21, 2023
Sarkodie
You can only be scared of a peaceful protest when you know you deserve otherwise…
— Sarkodie (@sarkodie) September 21, 2023
Stonebwoy
Whether you support the arrested protesters or not you cannot deny that they have the constitutional right to assemble and freely express their grievances. Dissent after all is the hallmark of every democracy.
Our right to enjoy the freedoms our constitution has bestowed on us…
— 1GAD (@stonebwoy) September 21, 2023
Bridget Otoo
The guy who was dragged with me is called George, he’s bn beaten mercilessly by police for granting me an interview. If you know him please don’t stop tweeting his name.
He did nothing except to grant me an interview.
He’s bn held at the accra police HQ #OccupyJulorbiHouse— Bee (@Bridget_Otoo) September 21, 2023
Vanessa Gyan
Ghana! This makes me so, so sad.
Citizens are crying their hearts out and are being silenced.
But how long can one be silenced?
Hear your people!
— #ModernDayMom (@Vanessa_Gyan) September 21, 2023
Kwesi Arthur and I made this song a while back.. use this one hold body for now.. If it’s a song you want, you shall get it. #OccupyJulorbiHouse pic.twitter.com/K7FG7khxjm
— Numba One 🥇 (@MOGBeatz) September 21, 2023
Efya
Let's remind our leaders that they work for us – the people they serve. It's time they listen to our voices and take swift action to alleviate the hardships faced by Ghanaians. Together, we will build a Ghana that thrives and uplifts its citizens. #OccupyJulorbiHouse…
— EFYA (@EFYA_Nokturnal) September 21, 2023
Gary Al-Smith
This is not just an ex- President of Ghana, but also a Member of Council of Elders in the party of the sitting President. For him to tweet this, at this time and circumstance = highly significant.
Thank you for standing with the people, @JohnAKufuor. 🇬🇭 #OccupyJulorbiHouse https://t.co/T0fY0lQu46
— Gary Al-Smith (@garyalsmith) September 21, 2023
My dear celebrities! It's time to step out of those comfort zones and come together for change.. Ten of you in one room can rewrite the narrative. Why wait for another year to write another tweet? Let's be the solution NOW! #OccupyJulorbiHouse
— DJ MENSAH (@DJMENSAH1) September 21, 2023
Ameyaw Debrah
So today, is #WorldPeaceDay and protesters in Ghana could not have their peaceful demonstration in peace? Anyway, I hope there is no police brutality so far. #OccupyJulorbiHouse
— Ameyaw Debrah (@AmeyawDebrah) September 21, 2023