Two years after going to the courts, activist and Democracy Hub convener, Oliver Barker-Vormawor has had charges of treason against him dropped by the Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine.
In 2022, Oliver Barker-Vormawor made statements which was deemed as inciting a coup against the Akufo-Addo led government at the time.
Oliver Barker-Vormawor was arrested and charged after he allegedly stated on social media that he would lead a coup if the government approved the controversial E-Levy.
The comments led to his detention and prosecution on treason felony charges, a case that sparked widespread public debate, condemnation from civil society groups, and concerns over free speech in Ghana.
This brings to an end over two years of legal proceedings related to his alleged plans to stage a coup d’état.
However, the Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has now decided to discontinue the case.
This decision comes as part of a broader move by Dr. Ayine, who has also dropped other high-profile criminal cases.
These include the trial of Dr. Stephen Opuni and businessman Seidu Agongo, as well as charges against the former Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama.
During a press conference, Dr. Ayine explained the rationale behind these decisions and hinted at a review of the treason felony charges against Barker-Vormawor.
