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Minister of Energy Dr John Jinapor recounts being assaulted by police during Koku Anyidoho's 2018 arrest
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Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, has recounted an incident where he was allegedly assaulted by police officers at the Police Headquarters in 2018. The incident occurred when he visited in solidarity with Koku Anyidoho, former NDC Deputy General Secretary, following Anyidoho's arrest. Dr Jinapor shared this experience during a parliamentary debate on June 9, 2026, concerning the actions of security agencies and freedom of speech. He described being "beaten mercilessly" and having to flee after police dispersed supporters who had gathered. He noted that former President Mahama was also present at the CID Headquarters at the time. Dr Jinapor urged critics not to suggest the current administration is suppressing dissent and emphasized that freedom of expression must be exercised responsibly, stating that those who communicate within constitutional limits have nothing to fear from the government or state institutions.
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