Ghanaian rapper M.anifest has taken to Twitter to express his alarm over the denial of bail for some Democracy Hub protesters who were arrested on September 22, 2024.

In a post on X on October 2, 2024, he criticised the ‘punitive measures’ used by the authorities and blasted some Ghanaians for supporting such actions under the guise of maintaining 'law and order.'

"It’s actually very alarming that you can be held without bail for exercising your right to protest. Even more concerning is your fellow Ghanaians agreeing with this blatant punitive measure under the guise of ‘law & order.’ E be your own people... until one day e reach dem," M.anifest tweeted.

He also expressed his frustration with the current state of affairs in Ghana. Asking, "What will it take for real change to happen in this country?"

In another tweet, he expressed solidarity with those on the frontlines of the protests, saying, "Love to everyone on the frontlines and everyone amplifying. And to those poisoning the waters, literally and figuratively, posterity will have its say."

M.anifest's tweets come amid calls for the release of 53 Democracy Hub protesters arrested during an anti-galamsey demonstration on September 22.

Currently, a three-day protest organized by the Concerned Citizens against Galamsey started on October 3, 2024, in Accra and is underway. 

The protest aims to highlight the environmental damage caused by galamsey activities and secure the release of their detained colleagues. 

The march follows a police-approved route and has gained significant traction on social media. 

See the post below:

It’s actually very alarming that you can be held without bail for exercising your right to protest. Even more concerning is your fellow Ghanaians agreeing with this blatant punitive measure under the guise of ‘law & order.’ E be your own people... until one day e reach dem.…

— M.anifest (@manifestive) October 2, 2024