A recent court remand of an NPP sympathizer has ignited controversy, with many questioning the party’s selective support for its members.
The sympathizer was arrested and charged with assaulting a journalist during a protest over the detention of Wontumi by EOCO. However, when Wontumi faced similar circumstances, the NPP and its allies, including Minority MPs and party executives, staged protests demanding his release.
Double Standards?
Critics argue that the party’s silence on the sympathizer’s arrest reveals a double standard. “It’s hypocritical for the NPP to support Wontumi’s release but abandon one of its own members in similar circumstances,” said a concerned citizen.
Afenyo-Markin’s Controversial Encounter
The situation has also drawn comparisons with Alexander Afenyo-Markin, an NPP MP who allegedly assaulted a police officer. Despite this, Afenyo-Markin remains free, sparking allegations of preferential treatment.
The Message to Footsoldiers
This incident sends a disturbing message to NPP footsoldiers: “If you’re caught, you’ll face the consequences alone, but if you’re a bigwig, you’ll get party support.”
The Way Forward
As the sympathizer faces the legal process, many are calling on the NPP to demonstrate consistency and fairness in its support for members. The party must address these allegations of hypocrisy and ensure that all members, regardless of status, are treated equally.
Will the NPP Speak Out?
The question remains: Will the NPP and its allies now protest for the release of their sympathizer, just as they did for Wontumi? Only time will tell.